Serving 673 students in grades 7-8, Southmore Intermediate 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southmore Intermediate serves the northern part of Pasadena, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southmore Intermediate School's student population of 673 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
673 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Southmore Intermediate 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 Southmore Intermediate School is 0.13, 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
#5568 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Southmore Intermediate School's ranking?
Southmore Intermediate School is ranked #5568 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Southmore Intermediate School?
673 students attend Southmore Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southmore Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southmore Intermediate School?
Southmore Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southmore Intermediate School offer ?
Southmore Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Southmore Intermediate School part of?
Southmore Intermediate School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Southmore Intermediate School located?
Southmore Intermediate School is located in the Hubbell neighborhood of Pasadena, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Hubbell.
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