Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, West Orange-stark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Orange-stark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Orange-stark Middle School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Orange-stark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Orange-stark Middle School is 0.62, 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
#6979 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
55%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Orange-stark Middle School's ranking?
West Orange-stark Middle School is ranked #6979 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend West Orange-stark Middle School?
518 students attend West Orange-stark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Orange-stark Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Orange-stark Middle School?
West Orange-stark Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Orange-stark Middle School offer ?
West Orange-stark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Orange-stark Middle School part of?
West Orange-stark Middle School is part of West Orange-Cove CISD School District.
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