Serving 460 students in grades 7-8, J Herman Reed 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J Herman Reed Middle serves the southeast part of Duncanville, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most 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.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Herman Reed Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Herman Reed 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 J Herman Reed Middle School is 0.53, 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
#6257 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
39%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Herman Reed Middle School's ranking?
J Herman Reed Middle School is ranked #6257 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J Herman Reed Middle School?
460 students attend J Herman Reed Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J Herman Reed Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Herman Reed Middle School?
J Herman Reed Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J Herman Reed Middle School offer ?
J Herman Reed Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is J Herman Reed Middle School part of?
J Herman Reed Middle School is part of Duncanville Independent School District.
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