For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,456 students in 89048, NV.
The top-ranked public high schools in 89048, NV are Pahrump Valley High School and Pathways High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 89048 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Nevada public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 89048, NV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 89048 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Nevada average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pahrump Valley High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nevada or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89048, NV Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pahrump Valley High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 E Calvada Blvd
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-7737
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-7737
Gr: 9-12 | 1,333 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Pathways High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2765 Mt. Charleston Drive
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
89048, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pahrump Early Childhood Special Education Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
900 E. Jackrabbit A
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-4014
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-4014
Gr: PK | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 89048, NV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 89048, NV include Pahrump Valley High School and Pathways High School.
How many public high schools are located in 89048?
2 public high schools are located in 89048.
What is the racial composition of students in 89048?
89048 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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