Serving 219 students in grades 5-8, Hemphill Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hemphill Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hemphill, TX, encompassing approximately 406.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hemphill Middle School's student population of 219 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Hemphill Independent School District is to equip all students in a safe learning environment with the skills necessary to lead productive and satisfying lives.
School Rankings
Hemphill Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemphill 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
#2004 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
70%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Hemphill Middle School's ranking?
Hemphill Middle School is ranked #2004 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hemphill Middle School?
219 students attend Hemphill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hemphill Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemphill Middle School?
Hemphill Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hemphill Middle School offer ?
Hemphill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Hemphill Middle School part of?
Hemphill Middle School is part of Hemphill Independent School District.
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