Serving 1,152 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert O Gibson Middle School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, encompassing an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy's student population of 1,152 students has declined by 8% 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
1,152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.35, which is less 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
#529 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
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?
1,152 students attend Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gibson Robert O Middle School Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 17:1.
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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