Serving 821 students in grades 6-8, Alief 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alief Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alief Middle School's student population of 821 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Paws for Success!
School Rankings
Alief Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alief Middle School is 0.47, 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
#6002 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alief Middle School's ranking?
Alief Middle School is ranked #6002 out of 8,096 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alief Middle School?
821 students attend Alief Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alief Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alief Middle School?
Alief Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alief Middle School offer ?
Alief Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alief Middle School part of?
Alief Middle School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alief Middle School located?
Alief Middle School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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