For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,472 students in 89120, NV (there are 4 private schools, serving 190 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 89120, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 89120, NV are Southeast Career Technical Academy High School, Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs and Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89120 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89120, NV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89120, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Career Technical Academy High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5710 Mountain Vista
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7500
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,999 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5871 Mountain Vista St
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 870-5032
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 870-5032
Gr: 6-12 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5871 Mountain Vista St
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 870-5032
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 870-5032
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Tomiyasu Bill Y Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5445 S Annie Oakley Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7770
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7770
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
French Doris Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3235 E Hacienda
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7730
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7730
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Discovery Charter School Sandhill
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4801 S Sandhill Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 489-9350
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 489-9350
Gr: K-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Harmon Harley Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4820 E. Mesa Vista Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7740
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7740
Gr: PK-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Cannon Helen C Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5850 Euclid Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-5600
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
Del Sol Academy Of Performing Arts High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 E Patrick Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-6830
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-6830
Gr: 9-12 | 2,527 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89120, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89120, NV include Southeast Career Technical Academy High School, Explore Knowledge Academy J-shs and Explore Knowledge Academy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89120?
9 public schools are located in 89120.
What percentage of students in 89120 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 89120 are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 89120?
89120 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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