MIKE OCALLAGHAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mike OCallaghan Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 1,383 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, Mike OCallaghan Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mike O’Callaghan Middle School, located in the Sunrise Manor area of Las Vegas, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Clark County School District. Named after Mike O'Callaghan, the 23rd Governor of Nevada, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic achievement and personal growth. It serves a diverse student population and focuses on preparing middle schoolers for the transition to high school through a structured curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities.

The school community emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education, often integrating programs designed to support student engagement and character development. As part of the larger Las Vegas educational landscape, O’Callaghan Middle School works to provide resources and support systems—such as after-school clubs, athletic teams, and academic intervention programs—to meet the unique needs of its students. By focusing on both rigorous classroom instruction and the social-emotional well-being of its youth, the school strives to empower its students to become productive members of the local community.

For more information, contact Mike OCallaghan Middle School at (702) 799-7340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.