Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, Henry 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Students typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Middle School's student population of 523 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Henry 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 Henry Middle School is 0.22, 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
#7716 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. 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 Henry Middle School's ranking?
Henry Middle School is ranked #7716 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Henry Middle School?
523 students attend Henry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Henry Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Middle School?
Henry Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry Middle School offer ?
Henry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Henry Middle School part of?
Henry Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Middle School located?
Henry Middle School is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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