Serving 293 students in grades 6-8, Grand Saline Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Saline Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Grand Saline school district, encompassing approximately 105.7 square miles in Grand Saline, TX. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Saline Middle School's student population of 293 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Changing the World One Student at a Time
School Rankings
Grand Saline 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 Grand Saline Middle School is 0.49, 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
#5377 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
65%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Saline Middle School's ranking?
Grand Saline Middle School is ranked #5377 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Grand Saline Middle School?
293 students attend Grand Saline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grand Saline Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Saline Middle School?
Grand Saline Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grand Saline Middle School offer ?
Grand Saline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Grand Saline Middle School part of?
Grand Saline Middle School is part of Grand Saline Independent School District.
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