Serving 226 students in grades 5-8, New Deal Middle School ranks in the top 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 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Deal Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New Deal, TX, covering approximately 120.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point in the zone ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 10.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Deal Middle School's student population of 226 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Deal Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Deal Middle School is 0.52, 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
#4034 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
39%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Deal Middle School's ranking?
New Deal Middle School is ranked #4034 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend New Deal Middle School?
226 students attend New Deal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of New Deal Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Deal Middle School?
New Deal Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Deal Middle School offer ?
New Deal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is New Deal Middle School part of?
New Deal Middle School is part of New Deal Independent School District.
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