Central Middle School serves 557 students in grades 5-8.
Central Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 557 students has grown by 161% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 168% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.66, 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
#7084 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #7084 out of 8,079 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
557 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Central Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Galveston ISD School District.
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