For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,811 students in 89433, NV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89433, NV are Virginia Palmer Elementary School, Esther Bennett Elementary School and Sun Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 89433 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Nevada public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 89433, NV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89433, NV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Virginia Palmer Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5890 Klondike
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4400
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Esther Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5900 Sidehill Drive
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4444
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4444
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Sun Valley Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5490 Leon Drive
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4420
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4420
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Lois Allen Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5155 Mcguffy Road
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4430
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4430
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Desert Skies Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7550 Donatello Dr
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4915
Sun Valley, NV 89433
(775) 674-4915
Gr: 6-8 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 89433, NV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 89433, NV include Virginia Palmer Elementary School, Esther Bennett Elementary School and Sun Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 89433?
5 public elementary schools are located in 89433.
What is the racial composition of students in 89433?
89433 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public elementary schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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