Serving 118 students in grades 6-8, Junction 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Junction Middle serves the entire district of Junction, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1,102.4 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 25 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junction Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Junction Middle School's student population of 118 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Junction 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 Junction Middle School is 0.50, 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
#4560 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
41%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
58%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction Middle School's ranking?
Junction Middle School is ranked #4560 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Junction Middle School?
118 students attend Junction Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Junction Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junction Middle School?
Junction Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Junction Middle School offer ?
Junction Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Junction Middle School part of?
Junction Middle School is part of Junction Independent School District.
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