For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,515 students in 89178, NV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89178, NV are Doral Academy Cactus and Gunderson Barry And June Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 89178 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 89178, NV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89178, NV Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doral Academy Cactus
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9025 West Cactus Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 960-7500
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 960-7500
Gr: K-8 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10155 Marnie St
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-2560
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-2560
Gr: 6-8 | 1,517 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 89178, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89178, NV include Doral Academy Cactus and Gunderson Barry And June Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 89178?
2 public middle schools are located in 89178.
What is the racial composition of students in 89178?
89178 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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