Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Project Chrysalis Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Project Chrysalis 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
School Overview
Project Chrysalis Middle School's student population of 269 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Project Chrysalis Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Project Chrysalis Middle School is 0.12, 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
#410 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Project Chrysalis Middle School's ranking?
Project Chrysalis Middle School is ranked #410 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Project Chrysalis Middle School?
269 students attend Project Chrysalis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Project Chrysalis Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Project Chrysalis Middle School?
Project Chrysalis Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Project Chrysalis Middle School offer ?
Project Chrysalis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Project Chrysalis Middle School part of?
Project Chrysalis Middle School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Project Chrysalis Middle School located?
Project Chrysalis Middle School is located in the South Central Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in South Central Houston.
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