Serving 652 students in grades 5-6, Marshall Kendrick 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall Kendrick Middle serves the northeast part of Pasadena, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall Kendrick Middle School's student population of 652 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall Kendrick 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 Marshall Kendrick Middle School is 0.29, 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
#5868 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
84%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
7%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Marshall Kendrick Middle School's ranking?
Marshall Kendrick Middle School is ranked #5868 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Marshall Kendrick Middle School?
652 students attend Marshall Kendrick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marshall Kendrick Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Kendrick Middle School?
Marshall Kendrick Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall Kendrick Middle School offer ?
Marshall Kendrick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Marshall Kendrick Middle School part of?
Marshall Kendrick Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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