Serving 506 students in grades 6-8, Hamlin 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamlin Middle School's student population of 506 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamlin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamlin Middle School is 0.27, 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
#5992 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlin Middle School's ranking?
Hamlin Middle School is ranked #5992 out of 8,188 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hamlin Middle School?
506 students attend Hamlin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hamlin Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamlin Middle School?
Hamlin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamlin Middle School offer ?
Hamlin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hamlin Middle School part of?
Hamlin Middle School is part of Corpus Christi ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamlin Middle School located?
Hamlin Middle School is located in the Bay Area neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Bay Area.
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