Serving 827 students in grades 6-8, Bettye Myers 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bettye Myers Middle serves the southeastern part of Denton, TX, covering an area of approximately 17.5 square miles. Most students live within a 3.4-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.2 miles away, making for a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bettye Myers Middle School's student population of 827 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
827 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bettye Myers Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bettye Myers Middle School is 0.71, 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
#5963 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
27%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettye Myers Middle School's ranking?
Bettye Myers Middle School is ranked #5963 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bettye Myers Middle School?
827 students attend Bettye Myers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Bettye Myers Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bettye Myers Middle School?
Bettye Myers Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettye Myers Middle School offer ?
Bettye Myers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bettye Myers Middle School part of?
Bettye Myers Middle School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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