Best 89147 Nevada Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 9,072 students in 89147, NV (there are 2 private schools, serving 307 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 89147, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 89147, NV are Doral Academy Saddle, Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School and Abston Sandra B Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89147 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89147, NV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 89147, NV Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doral Academy Saddle
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9625 West Saddle Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 776-6491
Gr: K-8 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Hayes Keith C & Karen W Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9620 W Twain Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-6030
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Abston Sandra B Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9950 W Tompkins Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2570
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Bryan Roger M Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8255 Katie Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-1270
Gr: PK-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Spring Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3750 S Buffalo Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2580
Gr: 9-12 | 2,641 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Bendorf Patricia A Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3550 S Kevin Way
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Kim Frank Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7600 Peace Way
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-5990
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Diskin P A Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4220 S Ravenwood
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-5930
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Lawrence Clifford J Junior High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4410 S Juliano Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 799-2540
Gr: 6-8 | 1,227 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1010.
Beacon Academy Of Nevada
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7360 W. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 726-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 66:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 89147, NV?
How many public schools are located in 89147?
10 public schools are located in 89147.
What percentage of students in 89147 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 89147 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89147?
89147 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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