Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Commerce 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commerce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Commerce Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Commerce 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 Commerce Middle School is 0.70, 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
#5938 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commerce Middle School's ranking?
Commerce Middle School is ranked #5938 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Commerce Middle School?
326 students attend Commerce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Commerce Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Commerce Middle School?
Commerce Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commerce Middle School offer ?
Commerce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Commerce Middle School part of?
Commerce Middle School is part of Commerce ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2021
nice.
1 3/8/2021
One of the worst districts when it comes to academics. If you ever move to another district, your child will be 2-3 years behind grade level. Teachers do not tutor before or after school. If your child has a learning disability, they will not follow the accommodations or modifications.
5 12/6/2011
Commerce Middle School iss the best school i've been to in forever. Best place to go and learn. Great disapline. The principa l (Mr.Just) Is the awesomest one yet!(:
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