Serving 133 students in grades 6-8, Perkins Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perkins Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of De Leon, TX, covering approximately 245 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 9.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perkins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Perkins Middle School's student population of 133 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Perkins Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkins Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1372 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Fighting Bearcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perkins Middle School's ranking?
Perkins Middle School is ranked #1372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Perkins Middle School?
133 students attend Perkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Perkins Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perkins Middle School?
Perkins Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perkins Middle School offer ?
Perkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Perkins Middle School part of?
Perkins Middle School is part of De Leon Independent School District.
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