Serving 1,014 students in grades 6-8, Adams 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Middle School's student population of 1,014 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adams Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Middle School is 0.11, 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
#7020 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Middle School's ranking?
Adams Middle School is ranked #7020 out of 8,188 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Adams Middle School?
1,014 students attend Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Adams Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Middle School?
Adams Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adams Middle School offer ?
Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Adams Middle School part of?
Adams Middle School is part of Alice ISD School District.
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