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#536 of 691 schools in NV

Garside Frank F Jhs

Middle School · Clark County

300 S Torrey Pines Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89107

Enrollment

1,078

Student-Teacher

29.1:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#536 of 691

In Las Vegas

#233 of 302

public schools

In district

#279 of 364

Clark County

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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4.9/10

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About Garside Frank F Jhs

Garside Frank F Jhs is a public middle school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Garside Frank F Jhs serves approximately 1,078 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 29.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garside Frank F Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #536 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Garside Frank F Jhs show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NV avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Garside Frank F Jhs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Garside Frank F Jhs runs 29.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

50% of students at Garside Frank F Jhs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.4% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.4% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg-25.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.4 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio29.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,569
Chronic Absenteeism50.3%

Garside Frank F Jhs — Students at Garside Frank F Jhs score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

Based on 28 test records from NV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
24%
2025
Math
10.4%
ELA
28.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Garside Frank F Jhs Compares

See how Garside Frank F Jhs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in NV
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
29:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.3%

Location

300 S Torrey Pines Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Garside Frank F Jhs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Johnson Walter JHS Academy of Int'l Studies (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Odyssey Charter Schools 6-8 MS (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Adcock O K ES Las Vegas 0.3 mi 7.5
Warren Rose ES Las Vegas 0.3 mi 6.8
Pittman Vail ES Las Vegas 0.7 mi 6.2
NEW HORIZONS CENTER FOR LEARNING Las Vegas 0.8 mi 6.6
College of So NV HS West Las Vegas 1.0 mi 8.2
Bonanza HS Las Vegas 1.0 mi 3.2
Red Rock ES Las Vegas 1.0 mi 6.6
Culley Paul E ES Las Vegas 1.2 mi 5.2
Smith Helen M ES Las Vegas 1.1 mi 7.5
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Las Vegas 1.4 mi 6.3
Odyssey Charter Schools K-5 ES Las Vegas 1.6 mi 7.7
Odyssey Charter Schools 9-12 HS Las Vegas 1.6 mi 4.1
Odyssey Charter Schools 6-8 MS Las Vegas 1.6 mi 7.0
Hancock Doris ES Las Vegas 1.5 mi 5.2
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Las Vegas 1.8 mi 5.7
Katz Edythe & Lloyd ES Las Vegas 1.7 mi 4.2
Johnson Walter JHS Academy of Int'l Studies Las Vegas 1.6 mi 7.7
McWilliams J T ES Las Vegas 1.7 mi 5.7
McMillan James B ES Las Vegas 1.9 mi 5.7
JOURNEY EDUCATION Las Vegas 2.0 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,466

Median Home Value

$289,100

Median Rent

$1,320/mo

Population

37,087

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garside Frank F Jhs

What grades does Garside Frank F Jhs serve?

Garside Frank F Jhs serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Garside Frank F Jhs?

Garside Frank F Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 1,078 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garside Frank F Jhs?

The student-teacher ratio at Garside Frank F Jhs is 29.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garside Frank F Jhs rank in NV?

Garside Frank F Jhs ranks #536 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Garside Frank F Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?

Garside Frank F Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Garside Frank F Jhs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Garside Frank F Jhs has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Garside Frank F Jhs a charter school?

No, Garside Frank F Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Garside Frank F Jhs a Title I school?

No, Garside Frank F Jhs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garside Frank F Jhs?

100.0% of students at Garside Frank F Jhs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,078
Student-Teacher Ratio
29.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.3%

District

Clark County
District Enrollment
309,394
Schools in District
383
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,569
District Rank
#279 of 364

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