For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,831 students in 89143, NV.
The top ranked public schools in 89143, NV are O Roarke Thomas Elementary School, Bilbray James Elementary School and Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89143 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89143, NV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89143, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
O Roarke Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8455 O'hare Road
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 799-6600
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 799-6600
Grades: PK-5
| 632 students
Rank: #22.
Bilbray James Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9370 Brent Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 799-4646
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 799-4646
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #33.
Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9371 Iron Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 799-3401
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 799-3401
Grades: PK-5
| 540 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89143, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89143, NV include O Roarke Thomas Elementary School, Bilbray James Elementary School and Scherkenbach William & Mary Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89143?
3 public schools are located in 89143.
What is the racial composition of students in 89143?
89143 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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