Serving 299 students in grades 6-8, Lyford 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyford Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Lyford school district, encompassing approximately 355.6 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 35.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyford Middle School's student population of 299 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Stay Connected Lyford CISD, in collaboration with families and the community is dedicated to graduating responsible student leaders prepared for today's realities and tomorrow's opportunities.
School Rankings
Lyford 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 Lyford Middle School is 0.08, 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
#5916 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyford Middle School's ranking?
Lyford Middle School is ranked #5916 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lyford Middle School?
299 students attend Lyford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lyford Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyford Middle School?
Lyford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyford Middle School offer ?
Lyford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lyford Middle School part of?
Lyford Middle School is part of Lyford CISD School District.
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