Serving 563 students in grades 6-8, Armstrong 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Armstrong 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 Armstrong Middle School is 0.60, 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
#5803 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Armstrong Middle School is ranked #5803 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Armstrong Middle School often compared to?
Armstrong Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otto Middle School, Slayter Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Middle School?
563 students attend Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Armstrong Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Middle School?
Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Armstrong Middle School part of?
Armstrong Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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