For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,425 students in 89145, NV (there are , serving 388 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 89145, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 89145, NV are Nevada State High School Summerlin, Jacobson Walter Elementary School and Smith Helen M Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89145 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89145, NV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89145, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nevada State High School Summerlin
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
850 South Durango Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 953-2600
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 953-2600
Gr: 11-12 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Jacobson Walter Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8400 Boseck Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4320
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4320
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Smith Helen M Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7101 Pinedale Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4300
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Johnson Walter Jhs Academy Of Int'l Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7701 Ducharme Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4480
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 799-4480
Gr: 6-8 | 1,298 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89145, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89145, NV include Nevada State High School Summerlin, Jacobson Walter Elementary School and Smith Helen M Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89145?
4 public schools are located in 89145.
What percentage of students in 89145 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 89145 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89145?
89145 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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