Serving 1,336 students in grades 6-8, Gunderson Barry And June Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School's student population of 1,336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunderson Barry And June Middle School is 0.78, 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
#168 out of 692 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
28%
44%
Black
10%
12%
White
31%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Gunderson Barry And June Middle School's ranking?
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School is ranked #168 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Gunderson Barry And June Middle School?
1,336 students attend Gunderson Barry And June Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Gunderson Barry And June Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunderson Barry And June Middle School?
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Gunderson Barry And June Middle School offer ?
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gunderson Barry And June Middle School part of?
Gunderson Barry And June Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
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