Serving 1,247 students in grades 6-9, Nick Kerr Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 1,247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nick Kerr Middle School's student population of 1,247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
1,247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nick Kerr Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nick Kerr Middle School is 0.57, 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
#2945 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
58%
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
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nick Kerr Middle School's ranking?
Nick Kerr Middle School is ranked #2945 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Nick Kerr Middle School?
1,247 students attend Nick Kerr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Nick Kerr Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nick Kerr Middle School?
Nick Kerr Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nick Kerr Middle School offer ?
Nick Kerr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Nick Kerr Middle School part of?
Nick Kerr Middle School is part of Burleson ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2009
I absolutly LOVED this school. The teachers were wonderful, the classes were challeging yet understandable. The electives were wide ranged, and the PTO was fabulous. Everything about the school, from the athletics to the students was very nice.
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