Serving 389 students in grades 6-8, Giddings Middle School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Giddings Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Giddings school district, covering approximately 262.1 square miles in Giddings, TX. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 13.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Giddings Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Giddings Middle School's student population of 389 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Giddings Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Giddings Middle School is 0.56, 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
#3250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giddings Middle School's ranking?
Giddings Middle School is ranked #3250 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Giddings Middle School?
389 students attend Giddings Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Giddings Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giddings Middle School?
Giddings Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Giddings Middle School offer ?
Giddings Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Giddings Middle School part of?
Giddings Middle School is part of Giddings Independent School District.
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