Serving 736 students in grades 7-8, Henry Scott Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Scott Middle School's student population of 736 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Scott Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Scott Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2931 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Scott Middle School's ranking?
Henry Scott Middle School is ranked #2931 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Henry Scott Middle School often compared to?
Henry Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pritchard J High School, Denison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Henry Scott Middle School?
736 students attend Henry Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Henry Scott Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Scott Middle School?
Henry Scott Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry Scott Middle School offer ?
Henry Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Henry Scott Middle School part of?
Henry Scott Middle School is part of Denison ISD School District.
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