Christa Mcauliffe Middle School

16650 S Post Oak
Houston, TX 77053
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Christa Mcauliffe 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 9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 840 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's student population of 840 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
840 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
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School Rankings

Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is 0.54, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (TX)
#7724 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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9%
37%
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20%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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5%
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Hispanic
52%
53%
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Black
44%
13%
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White
2%
26%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.54
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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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 Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is ranked #7724 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
840 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Middle School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is part of Fort Bend ISD School District.

School Reviews

5   5/30/2015
This school is great I was able to relate with a lot of people and everyone is so accepting very different compared to the school i came from. I had a very awesome 8th grade. The teachers, administrators, and staff is very friendly and helps and supports you.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - zxcvb

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 840 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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