Serving 290 students in grades 6-8, Cullen 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cullen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cullen Middle School's student population of 290 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Cullen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cullen Middle School is 0.39, 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
#7714 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
76%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cullen Middle School's ranking?
Cullen Middle School is ranked #7714 out of 8,188 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cullen Middle School?
290 students attend Cullen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cullen Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cullen Middle School?
Cullen Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cullen Middle School offer ?
Cullen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cullen Middle School part of?
Cullen Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cullen Middle School located?
Cullen Middle School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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