Serving 1,050 students in grades 6-8, Michael R Null 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 21% (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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 1,050 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Michael R Null Middle covers the entire school district in Houston, TX, encompassing approximately 46.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael R Null Middle School's student population of 1,050 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,050 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Michael R Null 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 Michael R Null 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
#7355 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael R Null Middle School's ranking?
Michael R Null Middle School is ranked #7355 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?
21% 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 Michael R Null Middle School?
1,050 students attend Michael R Null Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Michael R Null Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael R Null Middle School?
Michael R Null Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Michael R Null Middle School offer ?
Michael R Null Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Michael R Null Middle School part of?
Michael R Null Middle School is part of Sheldon Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I am a student at C e King this year ( 2015- 2016 ) . I dislike the school so much! I came from a district that helped the kids so much more , gave them tablets to keep for the school year to do there work ! in Sheldon isd they bearly have enough computers for kids to use , they talk down about the kids to other teachers and they are so disrespectful
5 10/10/2025
So far so good! My son is a temporary student here from C E King Muddle School and the front Reni lady I believe her name is Ms. Cortez is always so friendly! Thank you for that!
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