Serving 1,062 students in grades 6-8, Wayside 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 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to 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 53% 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: 1,062 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wayside Middle School's student population of 1,062 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,062 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayside 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 Wayside Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2855 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
47%
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
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Wayside Middle School's ranking?
Wayside Middle School is ranked #2855 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Wayside Middle School?
1,062 students attend Wayside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wayside Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayside Middle School?
Wayside Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayside Middle School offer ?
Wayside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wayside Middle School part of?
Wayside Middle School is part of Eagle MT-Saginaw ISD School District.
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