Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Salado Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salado Middle School's student population of 544 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salado Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salado Middle School is 0.45, 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
#2004 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
71%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Salado Middle School's ranking?
Salado Middle School is ranked #2004 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Salado Middle School often compared to?
Salado Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy J High School, Union Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Salado Middle School?
544 students attend Salado Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Salado Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salado Middle School?
Salado Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salado Middle School offer ?
Salado Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salado Middle School part of?
Salado Middle School is part of Salado ISD School District.
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