Serving 968 students in grades 7-8, Herman E Utley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Herman E Utley Middle serves the northern part of Rockwall, TX, covering an area of approximately 19.8 square miles. Most students can expect to drive to school in about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herman E Utley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herman E Utley Middle School's student population of 968 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
968 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together we can make a difference.
School Rankings
Herman E Utley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herman E Utley Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1008 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Silver, and Black
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herman E Utley Middle School's ranking?
Herman E Utley Middle School is ranked #1008 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Herman E Utley Middle School often compared to?
Herman E Utley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J W Williams Middle School, Maurine Cain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Herman E Utley Middle School?
968 students attend Herman E Utley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Herman E Utley Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herman E Utley Middle School?
Herman E Utley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herman E Utley Middle School offer ?
Herman E Utley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Herman E Utley Middle School part of?
Herman E Utley Middle School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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