Serving 819 students in grades 6-8, Schimelpfenig Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schimelpfenig 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
Diversity
School Overview
Schimelpfenig Middle School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Schimelpfenig Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schimelpfenig Middle School is 0.69, 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
#390 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
44%
25%
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
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Schimelpfenig Middle School's ranking?
Schimelpfenig Middle School is ranked #390 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Schimelpfenig Middle School often compared to?
Schimelpfenig Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendrick Middle School, Haggard Middle School, Rice Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Schimelpfenig Middle School?
819 students attend Schimelpfenig Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Schimelpfenig Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schimelpfenig Middle School?
Schimelpfenig Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schimelpfenig Middle School offer ?
Schimelpfenig Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Schimelpfenig Middle School part of?
Schimelpfenig Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2007
The acedemic programs in this school are fantastic. I would go back there any time. During 6th grade, exploritory really helped me to get the hang of some of the different electives to choose from. Gym was great to. It had alot of fun activities and really helped me improove my althletic skills. The restroom facilities were very neat and clean. The custodians did a good job on that. Every day, it was clean again. PALS parents helped along with just parents in general helped out alot.--Paige Reed (11, 6th Grade)
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