Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Cele Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: CELE Middle serves the eastern part of Pflugerville, TX, covering an area of approximately 40.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cele Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cele Middle School's student population of 762 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cele Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cele Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1529 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
32%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cele Middle School's ranking?
Cele Middle School is ranked #1529 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cele Middle School often compared to?
Cele Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelly Lane Middle School, Park Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cele Middle School?
762 students attend Cele Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Cele Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cele Middle School?
Cele Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cele Middle School offer ?
Cele Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cele Middle School part of?
Cele Middle School is part of Pflugerville Independent School District.
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