For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,527 students in 89120, NV (there are , serving 130 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 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89120, NV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Career Technical Academy High 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 | 2,038 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 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 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
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 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
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 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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 | 2,481 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
89120, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Desert Willow Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5850 Euclid Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-5642
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-5642
Gr: 1-5 | 6 students
Desert Willow Sec (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5850 Euclid Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-5642
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-5642
Gr: 6-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 36%
5710 Mountain Vista St
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7500
Las Vegas, NV 89120
(702) 799-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,763 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 73% (majority Hispanic).
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