Serving 496 students in grades 6-8, Center Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Center Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Center school district, covering approximately 205.8 square miles in Center, TX. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Center Middle School's student population of 496 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Middle School is 0.68, 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
#3969 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Center Middle School's ranking?
Center Middle School is ranked #3969 out of 8,096 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Center Middle School?
496 students attend Center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Center Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Middle School?
Center Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center Middle School offer ?
Center Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Center Middle School part of?
Center Middle School is part of Center Independent School District.
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