Serving 632 students in grades 6-8, Covington 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Covington Middle School serves the southern part of Austin, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Covington Middle School's student population of 632 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
Covington 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 Covington Middle School is 0.60, 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
#4115 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
30%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington Middle School's ranking?
Covington Middle School is ranked #4115 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Covington Middle School often compared to?
Covington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bailey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Covington Middle School?
632 students attend Covington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Covington Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Covington Middle School?
Covington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Covington Middle School offer ?
Covington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Covington Middle School part of?
Covington Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Covington Middle School located?
Covington Middle School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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