Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Douglas Benold Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Benold Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Douglas Benold Middle School's student population of 726 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Benold Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Benold Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1626 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
60%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Benold Middle School's ranking?
Douglas Benold Middle School is ranked #1626 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Douglas Benold Middle School often compared to?
Douglas Benold Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway College Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Douglas Benold Middle School?
726 students attend Douglas Benold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Douglas Benold Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Benold Middle School?
Douglas Benold Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Douglas Benold Middle School offer ?
Douglas Benold Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Douglas Benold Middle School part of?
Douglas Benold Middle School is part of Georgetown ISD School District.
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