Serving 111 students in grades 6-8, Goldthwaite Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Goldthwaite Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Goldthwaite school district, covering approximately 415.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 22.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldthwaite Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Goldthwaite Middle School's student population of 111 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
111 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Goldthwaite Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldthwaite Middle School is 0.43, 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
#792 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
71%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Goldthwaite Middle School's ranking?
Goldthwaite Middle School is ranked #792 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Goldthwaite Middle School often compared to?
Goldthwaite Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockhart J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Goldthwaite Middle School?
111 students attend Goldthwaite Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Goldthwaite Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldthwaite Middle School?
Goldthwaite Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goldthwaite Middle School offer ?
Goldthwaite Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Goldthwaite Middle School part of?
Goldthwaite Middle School is part of Goldthwaite Independent School District.
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