For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 695 students in 89029, NV.
The top ranked public schools in 89029, NV are Bennett William G Elementary School and Laughlin J-shs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89029 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89029, NV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89029, NV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bennett William G Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2750 S Needles Hwy
Laughlin, NV 89029
(702) 298-3378
Laughlin, NV 89029
(702) 298-3378
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Rank: #22.
Laughlin J-shs
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Cougar Dr
Laughlin, NV 89029
(702) 298-1996
Laughlin, NV 89029
(702) 298-1996
Grades: 6-12
| 330 students
89029, Nevada Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2750 S Needles Hwy
Laughlin, NV 89029
(702) 298-3378
Laughlin, NV 89029
(702) 298-3378
Grades: PK-5
| 388 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 89029, NV?
The top ranked public schools in 89029, NV include Bennett William G Elementary School and Laughlin J-shs.
How many public schools are located in 89029?
2 public schools are located in 89029.
What is the racial composition of students in 89029?
89029 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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