Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Clayton Downing Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Downing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton Downing Middle School's student population of 481 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Downing Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Downing Middle School is 0.52, 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
#215 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
67%
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
7%
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 Clayton Downing Middle School's ranking?
Clayton Downing Middle School is ranked #215 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clayton Downing Middle School often compared to?
Clayton Downing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Ridge Middle School, Mckamy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Clayton Downing Middle School?
481 students attend Clayton Downing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Clayton Downing Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Downing Middle School?
Clayton Downing Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Downing Middle School offer ?
Clayton Downing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clayton Downing Middle School part of?
Clayton Downing Middle School is part of Lewisville ISD School District.
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