Serving 785 students in grades 7-8, Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Galveston, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 390 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 16.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 785 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
785 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Student Academic Achievement and Safety is our # 1 priority—NO EXCUSES!
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.67, 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
#6549 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #6549 out of 8,096 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
785 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Central Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Galveston Independent School District.
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