Serving 1,141 students in grades 6-8, Meyerland 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meyerland Middle School's student population of 1,141 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meyerland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meyerland Middle School is 0.60, 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
#5497 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
13%
26%
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
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyerland Middle School's ranking?
Meyerland Middle School is ranked #5497 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Meyerland Middle School often compared to?
Meyerland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fondren Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Meyerland Middle School?
1,141 students attend Meyerland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Meyerland Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 13% 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 Meyerland Middle School?
Meyerland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meyerland Middle School offer ?
Meyerland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Meyerland Middle School part of?
Meyerland Middle School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Meyerland Middle School located?
Meyerland Middle School is located in the Meyerland Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Meyerland Area.
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