Serving 1,601 students in grades 6-8, Lied Stem Academy Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 1,601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lied Stem Academy Middle 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
School Overview
Lied Stem Academy Middle School's student population of 1,601 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lied Stem Academy Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lied Stem Academy Middle School is 0.72, 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
#110 out of 692 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
12%
12%
White
36%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lied Stem Academy Middle School's ranking?
Lied Stem Academy Middle School is ranked #110 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Lied Stem Academy Middle School often compared to?
Lied Stem Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Lied Stem Academy Middle School?
1,601 students attend Lied Stem Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lied Stem Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lied Stem Academy Middle School?
Lied Stem Academy Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Lied Stem Academy Middle School offer ?
Lied Stem Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lied Stem Academy Middle School part of?
Lied Stem Academy Middle School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lied Stem Academy Middle School located?
Lied Stem Academy Middle School is located in the Rancho neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho.
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