Serving 1,485 students in grades 6-8, Pershing 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pershing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pershing Middle School's student population of 1,485 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pershing 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 Pershing Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2901 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pershing Middle School's ranking?
Pershing Middle School is ranked #2901 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pershing Middle School often compared to?
Pershing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Pershing Middle School?
1,485 students attend Pershing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pershing Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pershing Middle School?
Pershing Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pershing Middle School offer ?
Pershing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pershing Middle School part of?
Pershing Middle School is part of Houston ISD School District.
School Reviews
2 11/2/2017
I was so excited when my child started 6th grade at Pershing, now I can't wait until their 8th grade year is over. The administration are biased and very seldom take the students word for anything. Heaven forbid a parent stick up for their child. My child has been bullied and has been in fights. My child has picked up so many bad habits from some of the students - habits she did not have before coming to Pershing. Some teachers care and other do not. They talk to the students like they are students themselves. My child has been called a "liar" by an instructor. It may have been an exemplary school years ago, but no more.
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