For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 5,105 students in 89044, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in 89044, NV are Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Inspirada, Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Sloan Canyon and Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89044 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89044, NV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89044, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Inspirada
Charter School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2840 Via Contessa
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 473-5777
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 473-5777
Gr: K-8 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Sloan Canyon
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
675 E. Dale Ave.
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 462-9700
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 462-9700
Gr: K-12 | 2,268 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2333 Canyon Retreat Dr
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 799-5776
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 799-5776
Gr: PK-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Ellis Robert & Sandy Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3200 Artella Avenue
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 799-5888
Henderson, NV 89044
(702) 799-5888
Gr: PK-5 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89044, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89044, NV include Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Inspirada, Pinecrest Academy Of Nevada Sloan Canyon and Wallin Shirley & Bill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89044?
4 public schools are located in 89044.
What is the racial composition of students in 89044?
89044 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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