Axtell High School is a public high school located in Axtell, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Axtell Independent School District which covers northeastern McLennan County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 171 students in grades 6-8, Axtell Middle School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: AXTELL MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Axtell school district, covering approximately 85.2 square miles around Axtell, TX. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Axtell Middle School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Axtell Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Axtell Middle School is 0.50, 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Longhorns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axtell Middle School's ranking?
Axtell Middle School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Axtell Middle School?
171 students attend Axtell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Axtell Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Axtell Middle School?
Axtell Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Axtell Middle School offer ?
Axtell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Axtell Middle School part of?
Axtell Middle School is part of Axtell Independent School District.
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