Serving 1,142 students in grades 6-8, Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy's student population of 1,142 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Motto
Be Kind... Be Great!
School Rankings
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#529 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
78%
45%
Black
12%
12%
White
4%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy's ranking?
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy is ranked #529 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy often compared to?
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park Middle School, Martin Roy W Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy?
1,142 students attend Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy?
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy offer ?
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy part of?
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy located?
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy is located in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Twin Lakes.
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