Serving 665 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 61% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School's student population of 665 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 692 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 0.79, which is more 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
#21 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
31%
44%
Black
17%
12%
White
25%
28%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 #21 out of 692 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
665 students attend Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Gehring Roger D Academy Of Science & Technology Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
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 equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
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
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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