Serving 604 students in grades 6-8, Gillett Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gillett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Gillett Middle School's student population of 604 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gillett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gillett Middle School is 0.28, 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
#7031 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gillett Middle School's ranking?
Gillett Middle School is ranked #7031 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gillett Middle School?
604 students attend Gillett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gillett Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gillett Middle School?
Gillett Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gillett Middle School offer ?
Gillett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gillett Middle School part of?
Gillett Middle School is part of Kingsville ISD School District.
School Reviews
2 3/9/2007
There is no quality in this school except for a few teachers who are really interested in the kid's education. The majority of students are here misbehaved and have no guidance from parents and they come to school to bother few good students still remaining there. I will recommend you to send your precious child to this school. The school administration is not interested in giving education and they just want to follow the rules from their school guide and there is no fairness in their decisions at all. We as a family suffered a lot by sending my children to this school. STRONGLY recommend no to send your children to this school.
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