Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Faulk 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Faulk Middle School serves the southeast part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Faulk Middle School's student population of 885 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Faulk 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 Faulk Middle School is 0.02, 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
#5018 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Faulk Middle School's ranking?
Faulk Middle School is ranked #5018 out of 8,096 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Faulk Middle School?
885 students attend Faulk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Faulk Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Faulk Middle School?
Faulk Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Faulk Middle School offer ?
Faulk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Faulk Middle School part of?
Faulk Middle School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Faulk Middle School located?
Faulk Middle School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
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