Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Goliad 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 48% 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: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goliad Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Goliad Independent School District, encompassing approximately 859.4 square miles around Goliad, TX. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goliad Middle School's student population of 279 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Goliad 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 Goliad Middle School is 0.55, 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
#3822 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
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)12.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. 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 Goliad Middle School's ranking?
Goliad Middle School is ranked #3822 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Goliad Middle School?
279 students attend Goliad Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Goliad Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goliad Middle School?
Goliad Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goliad Middle School offer ?
Goliad Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Goliad Middle School part of?
Goliad Middle School is part of Goliad Independent School District.
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