Serving 1,025 students in grades 6-8, Pearson Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearson Middle School's student population of 1,025 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Pearson Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearson Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#118 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
6%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
32%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pearson Middle School's ranking?
Pearson Middle School is ranked #118 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pearson Middle School often compared to?
Pearson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pearson Middle School?
1,025 students attend Pearson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pearson Middle School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearson Middle School?
Pearson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearson Middle School offer ?
Pearson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pearson Middle School part of?
Pearson Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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