Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Roger D Gehring Elementary School serves the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
19%
12%
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White
23%
26%
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Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School's ranking?
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School often compared to?
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cartwright Roberta C Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School?
648 students attend Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School?
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School offer ?
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School part of?
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School located?
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School is located in the Silverado Ranch neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 8 other public schools located in Silverado Ranch.
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