Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-8, Peterson 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peterson Middle School's student population of 1,016 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peterson 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 Peterson Middle School is 0.56, 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
#3784 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Peterson Middle School's ranking?
Peterson Middle School is ranked #3784 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Peterson Middle School?
1,016 students attend Peterson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Peterson Middle School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peterson Middle School?
Peterson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peterson Middle School offer ?
Peterson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Peterson Middle School part of?
Peterson Middle School is part of Kerrville Independent School District.
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