For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,978 students in 89156, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in 89156, NV are Nevada Prep Charter School, Herr Helen Elementary School and Mountain View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89156 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89156, NV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89156, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nevada Prep Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1780 Betty Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 834-0466
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 834-0466
Gr: K-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Herr Helen Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6475 Eagle Creek Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-8860
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-8860
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Shaner Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-7350
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-7350
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Hickey Liliam Lujan Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2450 N Hollywood Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-1899
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-1899
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
King Jr Martin Luther Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2260 Betty Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-7390
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-7390
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Bailey Dr William H Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 N Hollywood Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-4811
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-4811
Gr: 6-8 | 1,121 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Sunrise Mountain High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2575 N Los Feliz St
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-7207
Las Vegas, NV 89156
(702) 799-7207
Gr: 9-12 | 2,470 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89156, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89156, NV include Nevada Prep Charter School, Herr Helen Elementary School and Mountain View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89156?
7 public schools are located in 89156.
What is the racial composition of students in 89156?
89156 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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