Best Public Schools in Zip Code 89118


Summary:

The 89118 zip code of Las Vegas, Nevada is home to 4 schools - 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school. While the schools serve diverse student populations, one school, Amplus Rainbow, stands out as a high-performing charter elementary school that consistently ranks among the top 5% of elementary schools in Nevada.

Amplus Rainbow's students significantly outperform the state and district averages in both math and reading proficiency, with 66% of students scoring proficient or better. In contrast, the other elementary schools and the middle school, Sawyer Grant Middle School, lag behind state and district averages on standardized test scores. Spending per student ranges widely, from $5,454 at Amplus Rainbow to over $13,000 at Earl Marion B Elementary School, suggesting that funding levels alone do not determine school performance.

The data highlights the diversity of educational experiences and outcomes within this single zip code. While Amplus Rainbow stands out as an exceptional performer, the other schools in the 89118 zip code, which serve high percentages of economically disadvantaged students, face significant challenges in meeting state and district academic standards. Further investigation would be needed to fully understand the factors driving these differences in performance.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Nevada Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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