Serving 1,252 students in grades 7-8, North Shore Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Shore Middle School's student population of 1,252 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Rankings
North Shore Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shore Middle School is 0.31, 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
#3274 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shore Middle School's ranking?
North Shore Middle School is ranked #3274 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Shore Middle School often compared to?
North Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Acres Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Shore Middle School?
1,252 students attend North Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Shore Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% 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 North Shore Middle School?
North Shore Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Shore Middle School offer ?
North Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Shore Middle School part of?
North Shore Middle School is part of Galena Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is North Shore Middle School located?
North Shore Middle School is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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