Serving 201 students in grades 6-8, Marlin 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 was 27% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#7232 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
52%
13%
White
4%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marlin Middle School's ranking?
Marlin Middle School is ranked #7232 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Marlin Middle School?
201 students attend Marlin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Marlin Middle School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marlin Middle School?
Marlin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marlin Middle School offer ?
Marlin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marlin Middle School part of?
Marlin Middle School is part of Marlin Independent School District.
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