Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Chisum Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher 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 18% 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: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chisum Middle serves the northeast section of Paris, TX, covering an area of approximately 204 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 9.4 miles, and some areas as far as 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisum Middle School's student population of 266 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Chisum Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisum Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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
#1963 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
8%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
82%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-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 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisum Middle School's ranking?
Chisum Middle School is ranked #1963 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chisum Middle School often compared to?
Chisum Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Stone Middle School, Paris J High 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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chisum Middle School?
266 students attend Chisum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Chisum Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisum Middle School?
Chisum Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chisum Middle School offer ?
Chisum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chisum Middle School part of?
Chisum Middle School is part of Chisum Independent School District.
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