Serving 259 students in grades 6-8, Frank Newman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank Newman Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cotulla, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 1,393.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 24.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 37.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Newman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Frank Newman Middle School's student population of 259 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Frank Newman 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 Frank Newman Middle School is 0.10, 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
#4381 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
95%
54%
White
5%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Newman Middle School's ranking?
Frank Newman Middle School is ranked #4381 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Frank Newman Middle School?
259 students attend Frank Newman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Frank Newman Middle School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank Newman Middle School?
Frank Newman Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank Newman Middle School offer ?
Frank Newman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Frank Newman Middle School part of?
Frank Newman Middle School is part of Cotulla Independent School District.
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