Serving 1,305 students in grades 6-8, Gorzycki Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 1,305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: GORZYCKI MIDDLE serves the southwest part of Austin, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 18 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about 2.2 miles from its edge and the furthest point being 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorzycki 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
Gorzycki Middle School's student population of 1,305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Campus Size
42 acres
School Rankings
Gorzycki Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gorzycki Middle School is 0.59, 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
#360 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burnt Orange and Black
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorzycki Middle School's ranking?
Gorzycki Middle School is ranked #360 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gorzycki Middle School often compared to?
Gorzycki Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Small Middle School, Bailey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gorzycki Middle School?
1,305 students attend Gorzycki Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gorzycki Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gorzycki Middle School?
Gorzycki Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gorzycki Middle School offer ?
Gorzycki Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gorzycki Middle School part of?
Gorzycki Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Top-flight school. Amazing breadth of electives for a middle school. 7th graders have a choice of 30+ electives, including rocketry, robotics, video game design, and technical theatre (sound/light/sets) as well as the usual art, Spanish, music, band and athletics.
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school.
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