Serving 771 students in grades 6-8, Craig 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 69% 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: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craig Middle serves the eastern part of Abilene, TX, covering an area of approximately 26.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craig Middle School's student population of 771 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
771 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Craig 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 Craig 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
#6127 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig Middle School's ranking?
Craig Middle School is ranked #6127 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Craig Middle School often compared to?
Craig Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Craig Middle School?
771 students attend Craig Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Craig Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craig Middle School?
Craig Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Craig Middle School offer ?
Craig Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Craig Middle School part of?
Craig Middle School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Craig Middle School located?
Craig Middle School is located in the South E Hwy 80 neighborhood of Abilene, TX.
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