For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,161 students in Mesquite, NV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mesquite, NV are Virgin Valley Elementary School and Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mesquite, NV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mesquite have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mesquite, NV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Virgin Valley Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Woodbury Ln
Mesquite, NV 89027
(702) 346-5761
Mesquite, NV 89027
(702) 346-5761
Grades: PK-5
| 613 students
Rank: #22.
Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 Hafen Ln
Mesquite, NV 89027
(702) 346-3250
Mesquite, NV 89027
(702) 346-3250
Grades: 6-8
| 548 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Mesquite, NV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mesquite, NV include Virgin Valley Elementary School and Hughes Charles Arthur Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mesquite?
2 public elementary schools are located in Mesquite.
What is the racial composition of students in Mesquite?
Mesquite public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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