For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 279 students in Zephyr Cove, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in Zephyr Cove, NV are Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Zephyr Cove, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Zephyr Cove have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Zephyr Cove, NV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zephyr Cove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
226 Warrior Way
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-4574
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-4574
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
George Whittell High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
240 Warrior Way
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-2446
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-2446
Gr: 6-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Zephyr Cove, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 Echo Dr
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-6281
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-6281
Gr: 6-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Zephyr Cove, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in Zephyr Cove, NV include Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School.
How many public schools are located in Zephyr Cove?
2 public schools are located in Zephyr Cove.
What is the racial composition of students in Zephyr Cove?
Zephyr Cove public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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