Serving 1,488 students in grades 6-8, Red Oak Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Oak Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Red Oak, TX, covering approximately 37 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Oak Middle School's student population of 1,488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Motto
Realizing Our Individual Students’ Dreams
School Rankings
Red Oak Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Oak 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
#6096 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
40%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak Middle School's ranking?
Red Oak Middle School is ranked #6096 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Red Oak Middle School often compared to?
Red Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Euless J High School, Life Middle Waxahachie by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Middle School?
1,488 students attend Red Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Red Oak Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Oak Middle School?
Red Oak Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Oak Middle School offer ?
Red Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Red Oak Middle School part of?
Red Oak Middle School is part of Red Oak Independent School District.
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