Serving 1,009 students in grades 6-8, Barwise 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 1,009 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barwise Middle School's student population of 1,009 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barwise Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barwise Middle School is 0.63, 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
#5429 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
36%
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
66%
57%
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 is Barwise Middle School's ranking?
Barwise Middle School is ranked #5429 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barwise Middle School often compared to?
Barwise Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burkburnett Middle School, Kirby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Barwise Middle School?
1,009 students attend Barwise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Barwise Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barwise Middle School?
Barwise Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barwise Middle School offer ?
Barwise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barwise Middle School part of?
Barwise Middle School is part of Wichita Falls ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 11/10/2023
I like the school, great, teachers..
5 7/18/2022
I loved going to this school! & the teachers have helped me grow so much!
5 8/9/2010
This school is amazingg, wonderful teachers, and it really shows me how to be myself,
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