Serving 1,044 students in grades 6-8, Hill 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,044 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hill Middle School's student population of 1,044 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,044 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hill Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1016 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Middle School's ranking?
Hill Middle School is ranked #1016 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hill Middle School often compared to?
Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tejeda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hill Middle School?
1,044 students attend Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hill Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hill Middle School?
Hill Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hill Middle School offer ?
Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hill Middle School part of?
Hill Middle School is part of North East Independent School District.
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