Berry Middle School serves 613 students in grades 6-9.
Berry Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berry Middle School's student population of 613 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berry Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Berry Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2936 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Middle School's ranking?
Berry Middle School is ranked #2936 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Berry Middle School?
613 students attend Berry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Berry Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% 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 Berry Middle School?
Berry Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berry Middle School offer ?
Berry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Berry Middle School part of?
Berry Middle School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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