Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Blanco Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blanco Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Blanco school district, encompassing approximately 349.4 square miles in Blanco, TX. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanco Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blanco Middle School's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blanco Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanco Middle School is 0.53, 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
#2013 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanco Middle School's ranking?
Blanco Middle School is ranked #2013 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blanco Middle School?
257 students attend Blanco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Blanco Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanco Middle School?
Blanco Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanco Middle School offer ?
Blanco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blanco Middle School part of?
Blanco Middle School is part of Blanco Independent School District.
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