Serving 696 students in grades 6-8, R C Loflin 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 52% 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: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: R C Loflin Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Joshua, TX, encompassing approximately 76.2 square miles. The area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R C Loflin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R C Loflin Middle School's student population of 696 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
R C Loflin 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 R C Loflin Middle School is 0.57, 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
#2565 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R C Loflin Middle School's ranking?
R C Loflin Middle School is ranked #2565 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend R C Loflin Middle School?
696 students attend R C Loflin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of R C Loflin Middle School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R C Loflin Middle School?
R C Loflin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does R C Loflin Middle School offer ?
R C Loflin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is R C Loflin Middle School part of?
R C Loflin Middle School is part of Joshua Independent School District.
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