Serving 614 students in grades 4-5, John And Shamarion Barber Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John and Shamarion Barber Middle serves the northeast part of Dickinson, TX, covering an area of approximately 24.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles to its boundary and the furthest edge reaching 15.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
John And Shamarion Barber Middle School's student population of 614 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John And Shamarion Barber 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 John And Shamarion Barber Middle School is 0.56, 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
#4451 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
59%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John And Shamarion Barber Middle School's ranking?
John And Shamarion Barber Middle School is ranked #4451 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John And Shamarion Barber Middle School?
614 students attend John And Shamarion Barber Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of John And Shamarion Barber Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John And Shamarion Barber Middle School?
John And Shamarion Barber Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John And Shamarion Barber Middle School offer ?
John And Shamarion Barber Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is John And Shamarion Barber Middle School part of?
John And Shamarion Barber Middle School is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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