Desert Skies Middle School vs Von Tobel Ed MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Nevada, United States, 559 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Skies Middle School
Sun Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
875 students
Von Tobel Ed MS
Las Vegas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
866 students
| Measure | Desert Skies Middle School Sun Valley, Nevada | Von Tobel Ed MS Las Vegas, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 106 | #83 of 106 |
| National rank | #15188 of 15,369 | #14951 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 875 | 866 |
| Enrollment | 875 | 866 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 29% |
| Math proficiency | – | 19% |
| city | Sun Valley | Las Vegas |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Von Tobel Ed MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.6 vs 8.7).
- •Von Tobel Ed MS does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 19.0).
- •Desert Skies Middle School is the larger school with 875 students compared with 866.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Skies Middle School better than Von Tobel Ed MS?
On the Success Index (US), Von Tobel Ed MS ranks higher (11.6 vs 8.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Desert Skies Middle School and Von Tobel Ed MS?
About 559 km in a straight line, between Sun Valley and Las Vegas in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Skies Middle School: 875. Von Tobel Ed MS: 866. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Skies Middle School and Von Tobel Ed MS rank in Nevada?
Desert Skies Middle School is 96th of 106 and Von Tobel Ed MS is 83rd of 106 among middle schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).