Serving 892 students in grades 6-8, Dripping Springs Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dripping Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dripping Springs Middle School's student population of 892 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dripping Springs Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dripping Springs Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1415 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
71%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
6%
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 Dripping Springs Middle School's ranking?
Dripping Springs Middle School is ranked #1415 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dripping Springs Middle School often compared to?
Dripping Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dripping Springs High School, Eric Dahlstrom Middle School, Lakeview Middle 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Dripping Springs Middle School?
892 students attend Dripping Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dripping Springs Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dripping Springs Middle School?
Dripping Springs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dripping Springs Middle School offer ?
Dripping Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dripping Springs Middle School part of?
Dripping Springs Middle School is part of Dripping Springs ISD School District.
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