For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,616 students in Pahrump, NV (there are 1 private school, serving 112 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Pahrump, NV are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pahrump, NV are Floyd Elementary School, Manse Elementary School and Hafen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pahrump, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Pahrump have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pahrump, NV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6181 S Jane Ave
Pahrump, NV 89061
(775) 751-4060
Pahrump, NV 89061
(775) 751-4060
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Manse Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4881 N Lola Ln
Pahrump, NV 89060
(775) 727-5252
Pahrump, NV 89060
(775) 727-5252
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Hafen Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7120 S Hafen Ranch Rd
Pahrump, NV 89061
(775) 751-4688
Pahrump, NV 89061
(775) 751-4688
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Rosemary Clarke Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4201 N Blagg Rd
Pahrump, NV 89060
(775) 727-5546
Pahrump, NV 89060
(775) 727-5546
Gr: 6-8 | 1,030 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
J G Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 E Jack Rabbit St
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-6619
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-6619
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Pahrump Valley High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 E Calvada Blvd
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-7737
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 727-7737
Gr: 9-12 | 1,333 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Pathways Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2765 Mt. Charleston Drive
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Gr: 3-5
Rank: #88.
Pathways High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2765 Mt. Charleston Drive
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #99.
Pathways Middle School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2765 Mt. Charleston Drive
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Pahrump, NV 89048
(775) 751-6822
Gr: 6-8 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pahrump, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in Pahrump, NV include Floyd Elementary School, Manse Elementary School and Hafen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pahrump?
9 public schools are located in Pahrump.
What percentage of students in Pahrump go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Pahrump are educated in public schools (compared to the NV state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pahrump?
Pahrump public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Pahrump are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pahrump include: Hafen Elementary School vs. Floyd Elementary School, Hafen Elementary School vs. J G Johnson Elementary School, Manse Elementary School vs. J G Johnson Elementary School
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