Serving 539 students in grades 6-8, Center Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Center Middle School's student population of 539 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center 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 Center Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2556 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
28%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Center Middle School's ranking?
Center Middle School is ranked #2556 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Center Middle School?
539 students attend Center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Center Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Middle School?
Center Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center Middle School offer ?
Center Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Center Middle School part of?
Center Middle School is part of Center ISD School District.
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