Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Callisburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 21% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Callisburg Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gainesville, TX, covering approximately 137.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the zone's furthest edge located about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Callisburg Middle School's student population of 287 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings
Callisburg 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 Callisburg Middle School is 0.36, 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
#2350 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
14%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
White
79%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Callisburg Middle School's ranking?
Callisburg Middle School is ranked #2350 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Callisburg Middle School?
287 students attend Callisburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Callisburg Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Callisburg Middle School?
Callisburg Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Callisburg Middle School offer ?
Callisburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Callisburg Middle School part of?
Callisburg Middle School is part of Callisburg Independent School District.
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