Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Bedichek 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 was 20% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 41% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#6851 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
81%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
8%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedichek Middle School's ranking?
Bedichek Middle School is ranked #6851 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bedichek Middle School?
671 students attend Bedichek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bedichek Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bedichek Middle School?
Bedichek Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bedichek Middle School offer ?
Bedichek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bedichek Middle School part of?
Bedichek Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bedichek Middle School located?
Bedichek Middle School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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