Wilbur & Theresa Faiss Middle School

Posted: June 16, 2025

Our families experience at Faiss was amazing. We felt completely informed, supported and respected as parents of 2 boys at the school. Transitioning to Las Vegas, one of the easiest things to accomplish was integrating into this school and making our kids feel at home.

Mr. West, Mr. Vespo, Coach Dowd and so many others were instrumental in this wonderful experience.

Thank you Faiss Middle School!

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Posted: March 30, 2025

I am a current student at Faiss. Some teachers care and respect, supportive, and caring. An example is Mr. Lapuz and Mr. Zeka. These teachers have shown respect and kindness to me throughout this year. The lunch here is decent but it depends on who is eating it. The current situation of fights here has settled down but recently there was a fight. On random days, officers come with metal detectors and check your bag, just like the TSA at an airport. Education here is great according to me. But overall, I would recommend this school because of the memories you make while you stay here with students and teachers.

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Posted: October 10, 2024

Poor school for kids. Uncontrolled fights and nothing gets done. Please don’t bring your kid if you want them to get bullied my son got jumped and kept saying it was his fault for telling a kid to move.

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Current Student in 7th grade at faiss. It is not a great school, though worse exist. There was a fight not too long ago but it was handled quickly. The teachers mostly are not great, but there are some great teachers. Examples include Mr. Lapuz and Mr. Wright. Most students are nice, but not all. Overall, not the worst, but not great. 5/10.

Posted: August 1, 2024

My son is entering his 7th grade year at Faiss. He enjoyed his 6th grade year and is looking forward to what's next. The principal has taken time to speak with and acknowledge my son, and he is grateful for the relationships built with his teachers.

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Posted: March 28, 2024

Sucks ngl school has to many fights and robberies.

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Posted: September 28, 2023

its a very bad school i went there and it was not good

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Posted: August 17, 2023

Great school to be honest I love it!

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Posted: June 14, 2020

My child just spent the last 3 years at Faiss, coming from one year of public elementary school and everything before at Challenger School. I only wish the teachers and Principal at this school would follow her into her high school next year! The teachers are very proactive, and take an active interest in your child. There are tons of activities the kids can get involved in and every time we attended concerts and different functions, we could see the interaction between the teachers and the students was so very positive. My child never had a bad thing to say about any of her teachers, she was very happy and did very well academically under the Faiss umbrella.

Additionally, I would like to comment about the principal. Mr. West is without a doubt the best principal I have encountered in the Clark County School District. I, myself, was a student in the CCSD, and was taught under great leaders during my school years, but Mr. West is frankly outstanding. He participated in one of their after school events a few years ago, a fund raiser, where he allowed the kids to buy strips of tape to tape him to a pole...it was all in good fun and I was one of the people selling tape and can tell you the kids went NUTS buying tape during his turn. He is a dynamic leader with a very gentle demeanor and the kids respond really well to him. He is highly effective at initiating change at the school when needed, and a very strong presence in every school function. The principal at our next school has very big shoes to fill.

If your child is attending Faiss now or in the future, feel very blessed that these fine educators will have an impact on your child's future. I for one, am very thankful.

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Posted: September 23, 2019

My child tells me thus is true.

Posted: September 23, 2019

Not sure, hopefully I will never know.

Posted: September 23, 2019

This is my child's 1st year, I have been notified of upcoming homework and events regularly.

Posted: September 23, 2019

My child talks to me daily, and I look over all work sent home.

Posted: September 23, 2019

My child already possesses these qualities, so I can only hope other students can too.

Posted: September 23, 2019

I receive regular emails from Roger West, and my students teachers.

Posted: September 23, 2019

My child started 6th grade this year. I have been pleased overall. We came from the terribly overcrowded Wright elementary . My child and I were very happy to leave that school. My student has always been an honor student so we do not struggle as some do, I can only review my experience her at Faiss. We are looking forward to 7th and 8th grade!

Posted: May 2, 2019

A lot of Home work must be done on the computer and different software version . So you need finish in some where else.

Posted: May 2, 2019

Good luck . Some teacher are great , few teacher don't care their students.

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Posted: May 2, 2019

There 's two students got weapon attack (pencil , scissors, book , eraser) my child during class for 4 months (Aug.2018 – Dec.2018). Those students only got in-house punishment never get suspend . Even I talked with Dean still the same. Dean told me they just play kids things don't worry . I told my kid need wear goggle go to school . Every day after school by 3:30 you can go to Faiss park to see how "much" students jump on the park restroom roof like monkey . When I told them it's very danger . They said F words reply . In school,they punishment by who you are and who they like. If teachers like your child and he won't get any punishment. If your child not they like . Even someone hit him and your child gave him back . And than your child will get 7 days suspend punishment . The student who first start hit another only got 3 days suspend. So, Good Luck , If your child eye didn't gets blind after 3 years.

Posted: May 2, 2019

one star no more than 1.5 star .

Posted: April 21, 2019

Fantastic experience. The Principle is amazing. He has done so much to help keep the kids occupied with after school activities, team sports and fun clubs.

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Posted: January 29, 2019

Amazing 6th grade teachers, principal and dean staff. I was a bit nervous about having my kids attend Faiss. They had done an amazing job with my sons education, great leadership and caring teachers.

Posted: January 29, 2019

My 6th graders homework is tryically reviewing from the day and can explain what he learned and can understand based on the info he has been given. He has an amazing group of teachers this year who truly care about his success.

Posted: January 29, 2019

Amazing communication with my sons 6th grade teachers. It’s an amazing experinece to have a group of teachers who actually care about my sons education.

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Mr. West is an amazing leader always visible at school. Parents you should take the time to introduce yourselves to him. I’ve had exposure to other Principals Over the school years, no one compare to his leadership.

Posted: January 29, 2019

My son has me IEP, this is our first time where teachers understand the meaning of not all kids fit in your teaching method. Again amazing 6th grade teachers to support your student.

Posted: January 29, 2019

I do believe is bulling is reported it is dealt with in a positive manner.

Posted: April 7, 2015

This is a very bad school,there are many of fights daily they tell students to unlock their phones so they can go through them they say this is a five star school more like a one star ive been at this school for two years and its been terrible since

Posted: March 1, 2014

Haha, don't listen to the other students who seem to be complaining about the school's system, expecting that the staff and administration should apparently know every single thing about what to do. Faiss Middle School is a great school. I am a student myself as of now, and I am having a great experience. The teachers are nice, friendly, and helpful if you don't get on their nerves, and the staff/administration aren't that bad. We have a decent band/orchestra/choir program, along with several clubs and other programs such as NJHS, etc. The food is great. They serve pizzas, burgers, ice cream, powerade, etc. Violence is a very rare thing in campus. There's only been one or two physical fights that I've seen/heard of this entire year. In my opinion, the school is great. If you're a student that's going to complain about kids being "racist," "rude," or "they cuss a lot." Well, there's not much I can say but tell you to learn to get over it and report it to a teacher/administrator if you actually deem it to be offensive.

Posted: February 17, 2014

I believe that Faiss has definitely benefitted my child. He has maintained a 3.0 GPA and has met many new friends in the current semester. From what he has told me, the staff is quite friendly and the halls have been clear of bullies. When I came to the Open House in the beginning of the year, I was impressed with the curriculum and standards.

Posted: February 10, 2014

Faiss Middle School is the best middle school my child has yet to attend. From what I have observed and heard, the teachers and staff do their best each day to enrich the education of our children. As a parent, I am thrilled when my daughter tells me all about her day if I ever ask her how it went. Before enrolling her at Faiss, she would act very nonchalant. Nowadays, whether I drop her off or pick her up, there is always a smile plastered onto her face.

Posted: February 9, 2014

I am VERY impressed with the leadership at Faiss MS. Next year my youngest will attend Faiss MS and have the opportunity to attend a school that has dedicated and driven teachers led by an administration that holds the teachers and students accountable for their success. They have well structured guidelines and stick to them for all. No nonsense is well appreciated. I know my child is learning in a safe environment. Excellent school.

Posted: February 5, 2014

I transferred here from Del Webb middle school and u have to say, the students here are rasist, rude, and cuss a whole lot! On my second week here, I was talking to my friend then a girl (that I don't know) starts to to poke me in the face, I tell her to stop then she did... For about 2 minutes, then she comes up to me and SLAPS ME!! I was at P.E and the coach didn't even do anything! The food is also horrible and expensive. The teachers are so rude and yell at a student every 5 mins. Then they get off subject and start talking about their personal life. I'm in accelerated classes and there not even difficult! The principles and dean are so rude! There's this one dean who thinks she owns the school and is the one who is mostly rude. The red head cheer couch is so mean and rude to anyone who isn't on the cheer team. Most of the cheer leaders are bossy and rude. There is bulling, inappropriate students, rude and mean administrators, teachers etc. and most of the student are jerks, not only to the faculty, administrators, teachers, but the students and the private property too.

Posted: January 20, 2014

The school is a joke. While I attended Faiss MS, it was not bad, just more strict than I would've had it, but now my brother attends it and it is INSANE. He was falsely accused of swearing (which it was probably another student around him) and RPC'd but when he reported another student and all that student received was a verbal warning. Until that point, he had no record of misbehaving and when he tried to explain, the dean refused to listen. Many people blame these things on the principal's religion, but I am also a Mormon and I do not think this is why; we are not like this. Similar situations have happened with several of my friends who have and are currently attending Faiss, both Mormon and Non-Mormon. One such incident was that a dean yelled at a student for dropping a grain of rice and leaving it behind on the floor. One grain. All in all, it is just sad how a school so great when it opened could end up the way it is now.

Posted: November 9, 2013

The administrators, teachers, and staff members at Faiss create a safe environment for students. Although there have been many changes, the school is focused on education and on doing what is best for children. I am happy to have my child attend Faiss Middle School. I know they are receiving a great education. The teachers have always been caring and easy to communicate with.

Posted: October 29, 2013

My school is Wilbur and Theresa Faiss Middle School. I believe that Faiss is an amazing middle school. Staff members are always observing the students and ensuring their safety, no matter what the circumstances are. No matter what corner you turn in the school, there will always be an adult keeping an eye out for them, whether they are teachers or any staff by that manner. If there are ever any students breaking a school regulation or doing something inappropriate, it doesn't last past 2 minutes because teachers are always there to stop them at the drop of the hat. Faiss is also very full of opportunities for the students to prove themselves and who they actually are. Faiss will always be close to my heart because of its supplements towards the students.

Posted: October 5, 2013

Okay this 2013-2014 year is my last year here at faiss. Going into 6th grade, i was very pleased. We had a different dean/principal/vice principal. They werent as strict as the ones this year. In 7th grade, everything changed with the new admins. I can say most 8th graders that have been here all 3 years hate faiss. Some teachers care, but others could care less if you fail. Lunch is expensive and unhealthy. PLUS THE SCHOOL WASTES MONEY ON USELESS THINGS LIVE 5 TV'S IN THE CAFETERIA. REALLY? Also, a teacher said they are limited on paper because faiss cant afford it. That's pretty sad in my opinion. They do buy papa johns pizza but i think it tastes NOTHING like it. I do wish i went to a better school so I would have a better chance to get into a CTA High School. There is lots of bullying. Theres nothing they do. But the school is an okay school i suppose.

Posted: October 3, 2013

Faiss Middle School provides plenty of opportunities for students to get involved with the school's activities and events, such as Student Council and National Junior Honor Society. Along with the good learning environment, with little to no bullying and constant monitoring by the administrative staff, the teachers are also well experienced and provide challenging activities and give equal attention to all students. The Fine Arts Department is also a good way to explore other non-academic activities. The Awards Night of last year was solid proof of the teachers' job well done, with a surplus of A+ students, although a formal graduation might have been nice. Lunch needs some improvement, but overall, Faiss is an amazing school.

Posted: September 10, 2013

Wilbur and Theresa Faiss Middle School is a great school. I like the way my teachers relate too me. I think my school could improve by helping more with community outreach.

Posted: June 12, 2013

One more thing about the school work is that they don't give enough time to do projects. They rush you and if you dont finish it decreases your grade. The gym teachers are horrible at teaching CPR. It seems like its impossible to get an A. We either got a B, C, D or failed. After getting new principles and deans, apparently we aren't able to use phones or electronics at lunch during our little free time or in the quad. The only way to have a tasty and full lunch is the snack line which provides stuff like chips, spicy chicken sandwiches, powerade, chocolate chip cookies & much more but you'll have to bring about $20 every week which I find of a rip off cause the drinks and food prices are too expensive for the poor quality. That's some more details that wasn't able to fit with the other review.

Posted: June 12, 2013

I though my first year as a 6th grader going to Faiss was going to be the best. The complete opposite than what I expected. I had all accelerated classes and it didn't seem as challenging or as fast. The teachers didn't really explain the subject or lesson. For example, the first semester of exams was a disaster for English! Everyone was complaining that they got a C or a D. It wasn't our fault. The teachers are too fast or too slow and spacey when teaching or often change the subject and start talking about their life. The principle isn't socially active at all. He doesn't interact with students. The dean acts like she owns the school and has a bit of an attitude. The assistant principle is pretty cool. They're also way too strict on dress code. The lunch is totally disgusting! We were also lied to when picking our elective. I got choir and its best & easiest when it comes to grading. The students there can be snobby, racist, or kept to themselves-same with teachers. Worst quality from a school I experienced. I'm glad I'm moving and not resuming for the rest of 7 & 8th grade. After reading this I hop you don't send your kid here. I wouldn't want them to have this feeling.

Posted: February 15, 2013

This is my last year at Faiss and I am glad. We got a new principle, a new assistant principle, and two new deans. They are all awful. I have to say that we had one dean who really was fair and cared. She went by the rules but she cared about us. Then one day, she is gone. The other dean is mean, really rude, and does not care. She acts like she is the principle or something. I wish she had left and Miss L had stayed. The assistant principle is cool but really he doesnot say much.

Posted: February 14, 2013

I honestely really enjoyed my first and second years at this school, currently I am attending my 3rd and finale year at this school and I am very disappointed. We got a new principal, vice principal, and dean. The principal isn't very fond of the student council, NJHS, and could care less about the actually student's opinion. Our second dean acts very high then her actually position. She forces many students and me to eat our food after waiting in a 10 minute lunch line in 2 minutes. I didn't even finish eating when I was forced to go outside with more than 15 minutes left in the lunch period. What a waste of 2 dollars and 25 cents. You might want your child to go to this school for its academics, but be aware that your student will get shuned and blamed for this they didn't even do.

Posted: August 19, 2012

Had two students there last year 2011/2012 in 7 and 8th grade. The teachers, dean and principal are doing a fantastic job. Great student councel and after school programs. Choir and drama team one of the best in Las Vegas. I have not experienced any of the problems mentioned in other reviews.

Posted: April 10, 2012

Uncaring teachers and staff never return phone calls to parents. GET YOUR KIDS OUT OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS !!!!!!!!!

Posted: November 28, 2011

I am new this year to Faiss. I have noticed a large amount of bullying that has not been resolved and is continuing to happen. I ask the people being bullied if they had told staff and, they told me they had not yet done anything about it yet. On the other hand, the classes at this school are better academically compared to my old school. Overall, so far, this school is okay."