For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,133 students in 89178, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in 89178, NV are Doral Academy Cactus, Thompson Tyrone Elementary School and Wright William V Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89178 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89178, NV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89178, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doral Academy Cactus
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9025 West Cactus Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 960-7500
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 960-7500
Gr: K-8 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Thompson Tyrone Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10250 S. El Capitan Way
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-2510
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-2510
Gr: PK-5 | 916 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Wright William V Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8425 Bob Fisk Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-5701
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-5701
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Forbuss Robert L Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8601 S Grand Canyon Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-6840
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-6840
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10155 Marnie St
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-2560
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-2560
Gr: 6-8 | 1,517 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Reedom Carolyn S Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10025 Rumrill St
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-5702
Las Vegas, NV 89178
(702) 799-5702
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89178, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89178, NV include Doral Academy Cactus, Thompson Tyrone Elementary School and Wright William V Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 89178?
6 public schools are located in 89178.
What is the racial composition of students in 89178?
89178 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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