The brief
The top-rated middle schools in Las Vegas for 2026 are Lied Stem Academy MS (8.3/10), Gunderson Barry and June MS (8.3/10), and O'callaghan Mike MS I3 Learn Academy (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 43 middle schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Las Vegas has 43 ranked middle schools, and the gap between the best and the rest is real. O'Callaghan Mike MS i3 Learn Academy leads the metro with an 8.1/10, followed closely by Lied STEM Academy MS at 7.8. Only 5 schools — 12% of the field — clear the 7.0 threshold, while the metro average sits at 5.6/10. That spread matters when you're choosing where your child spends three formative years. The table below lets you sort by overall score, academics, and other key metrics to find schools that match your priorities. Whether you're zoned for a high performer or weighing a magnet or academy option outside your neighborhood, the data gives you a direct comparison. Start with the top scorers, then filter by what matters most to your family.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 18.3
- 28.3
- 38.2
- 47.9
- 57.8
- 67.6
- 77.5
- 87.4
- 97.4
- 107.4
All 43 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 43
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Lied Stem Academy MSClark Countystudents 1,564student-teacher ratio 24.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 2Gunderson Barry and June MSClark Countystudents 1,438student-teacher ratio 27.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 3O'callaghan Mike MS I3 Learn AcademyClark Countystudents 1,426student-teacher ratio 24.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 4Rogich Sig MSClark Countystudents 1,668student-teacher ratio 29.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 5Johnson Walter Jhs Academy of Int'l StudiesClark Countystudents 1,298student-teacher ratio 19.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 6Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MSClark Countystudents 1,271student-teacher ratio 26.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 7Fremont John C Professional Dev MSClark Countystudents 663student-teacher ratio 19.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 8Hyde Park MSClark Countystudents 1,339student-teacher ratio 27.3:1grades 6th–8th
- 9Guinn Kenny C MSClark Countystudents 1,047student-teacher ratio 25.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 10Fertitta Victoria MSClark Countystudents 1,216student-teacher ratio 25.9:1grades 6th–8th
- 11Cadwallader Ralph MSClark Countystudents 1,522student-teacher ratio 28.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 12Odyssey Charter Schools 6-8 MScharterClark Countystudents 595student-teacher ratio 66.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 13Canarelli Lawrence & Heidi MSClark Countystudents 1,529student-teacher ratio 26.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 14Faiss Wilbur & Theresa MSClark Countystudents 1,252student-teacher ratio 23.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 15Saville Anthony MSClark Countystudents 1,415student-teacher ratio 27.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 16Sawyer Grant MSClark Countystudents 1,175student-teacher ratio 21.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 17Leavitt Justice Myron E MSClark Countystudents 1,420student-teacher ratio 24.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 18Democracy Prep at Agassi MiddlecharterState Sponsored Charter Schoolsstudents 389student-teacher ratio 55.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 19Gibson Robert O MS Leadership AcademyClark Countystudents 1,142student-teacher ratio 20.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 20Becker Ernest MSClark Countystudents 1,044student-teacher ratio 29.0:1grades 6th–8th
- 21Schofield Jack Lund MSClark Countystudents 1,001student-teacher ratio 26.3:1grades 6th–8th
- 22Monaco Mario C & Joanne MSClark Countystudents 1,020student-teacher ratio 22.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 23Lawrence Clifford J JhsClark Countystudents 1,289student-teacher ratio 21.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 24Knudson K O Academy of the ArtsClark Countystudents 1,175student-teacher ratio 21.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 25Garside Frank F JhsClark Countystudents 1,078student-teacher ratio 29.1:1grades 6th–8th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Nevada education department. Rankings are relative to all public middle schools in Nevada. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Lied Stem Academy MS
Clark County
1,564 students · 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 14% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 5.6
- 2
Gunderson Barry and June MS
Clark County
1,438 students · 27.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 15% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 4.6
- 3
O'callaghan Mike MS I3 Learn Academy
Clark County
1,426 students · 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 16% in Nevada
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 5.4
- 4
Rogich Sig MS
Clark County
1,668 students · 29.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 20% in Nevada
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 4.1
- 5
Johnson Walter Jhs Academy of Int'l Studies
Clark County
1,298 students · 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 21% in Nevada
- Academics
- 7.7
- Growth
- 8.7
- Environment
- 6.3
- 6
Tarkanian Lois & Jerry MS
Clark County
1,271 students · 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 25% in Nevada
- Academics
- 8.8
- Growth
- 8.3
- Environment
- 4.6
- 7
Fremont John C Professional Dev MS
Clark County
663 students · 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 27% in Nevada
- Academics
- 7.0
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 6.3
- 8
Hyde Park MS
Clark County
1,339 students · 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 30% in Nevada
- Academics
- 8.2
- Growth
- 8.4
- Environment
- 4.7
- 9
Guinn Kenny C MS
Clark County
1,047 students · 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 30% in Nevada
- Academics
- 7.5
- Growth
- 9.0
- Environment
- 4.6
- 10
Fertitta Victoria MS
Clark County
1,216 students · 25.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 31% in Nevada
- Academics
- 8.2
- Growth
- 8.1
- Environment
- 5.0
Questions
What is the best middle school in Las Vegas, Nevada?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Lied Stem Academy MS is the top-rated middle school in Las Vegas with a composite score of 8.3/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many middle schools are in Las Vegas, Nevada?
Las Vegas has 45 middle schools, including 4 charter schools. Of these, 43 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average middle school rating in Las Vegas?
Among 43 Las Vegas middle schools with a composite score, the average is 5.7/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Nevada).
How does MySchoolScout rate middle schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Nevada, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Nevada, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Las Vegas middle school rankings?
Las Vegas has 4 charter middle schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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