Serving 752 students in grades 6-8, Austin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Austin Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2516 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Middle School's ranking?
Austin Middle School is ranked #2516 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Middle School?
752 students attend Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Austin Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 15:1, 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 Amarillo ISD School District.
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