For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 112 students in 89421, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in 89421, NV are Mcdermitt High School, Mcdermitt Junior High School and Mcdermitt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89421 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89421, NV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89421, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdermitt High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Olavarria Street
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(866) 447-3991
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(866) 447-3991
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Mcdermitt Junior High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Olavarria Street
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(866) 447-3991
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(866) 447-3991
Gr: 7-8 | 24 students
Rank: #33.
Mcdermitt Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Olavarria Street
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(866) 447-3991
Mc Dermitt, NV 89421
(866) 447-3991
Gr: PK-6 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89421, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89421, NV include Mcdermitt High School, Mcdermitt Junior High School and Mcdermitt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89421?
3 public schools are located in 89421.
What is the racial composition of students in 89421?
89421 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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