For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 279 students in 89448, NV.
The top ranked public schools in 89448, NV are Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89448 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89448, NV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89448, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zephyr Cove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
226 Warrior Way
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-4574
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-4574
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
George Whittell High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
240 Warrior Way
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-2446
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-2446
Gr: 6-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
89448, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 Echo Dr
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-6281
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
(775) 588-6281
Gr: 6-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89448, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89448, NV include Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School.
How many public schools are located in 89448?
2 public schools are located in 89448.
What is the racial composition of students in 89448?
89448 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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