Serving 878 students in grades 6-8, Chisholm Trail 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 57% 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: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chisholm Trail Middle serves the west part of Rhome, TX, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 67.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisholm Trail Middle School's student population of 878 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
878 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Chisholm Trail 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 Chisholm Trail 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
#5471 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisholm Trail Middle School's ranking?
Chisholm Trail Middle School is ranked #5471 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chisholm Trail Middle School?
878 students attend Chisholm Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chisholm Trail Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Trail Middle School?
Chisholm Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chisholm Trail Middle School offer ?
Chisholm Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chisholm Trail Middle School part of?
Chisholm Trail Middle School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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