Serving 532 students in grades 6-8, Long 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Motto
High Expectations for All
School Rankings
Long 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 Long Middle School is 0.51, 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
#6919 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Middle School's ranking?
Long Middle School is ranked #6919 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Long Middle School often compared to?
Long Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blalack Middle School, Mckamy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Long Middle School?
532 students attend Long Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Long Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Middle School?
Long Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Middle School offer ?
Long Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Long Middle School part of?
Long Middle School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Long Middle School located?
Long Middle School is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Far North Dallas.
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