Austin Middle School serves 547 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 69% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 84%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 84% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 88%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)69%
84%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)84%
88%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
53%
13%
White
3%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 84% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Middle School?
547 students attend Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Austin Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin Middle School?
Austin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Middle School offer ?
Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Austin Middle School part of?
Austin Middle School is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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