For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 444 students in 89042, NV.
The top-ranked public schools in 89042, NV are Panaca Elementary School, Meadow Valley Middle School and Lincoln County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 89042 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Nevada public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 89042, NV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89042, NV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panaca Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 East Edwards
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4446
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4446
Gr: PK-6 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Meadow Valley Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
91 N 4th Street
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4655
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4655
Gr: 7-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1111 East Edwards Street
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4481
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln County Adult Corrections
Alternative School
1005 Main St. Suite 108
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-8019
Panaca, NV 89042
(775) 728-8019
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 89042, NV?
The top-ranked public schools in 89042, NV include Panaca Elementary School, Meadow Valley Middle School and Lincoln County High School.
How many public schools are located in 89042?
4 public schools are located in 89042.
What is the racial composition of students in 89042?
89042 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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