Serving 1,436 students in grades 6-8, Spillane 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 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Spillane Middle serves the northwest part of Cypress, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spillane 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
School Overview
Spillane Middle School's student population of 1,436 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spillane Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spillane Middle School is 0.75, 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
#353 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spillane Middle School's ranking?
Spillane Middle School is ranked #353 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spillane Middle School often compared to?
Spillane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Anthony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spillane Middle School?
1,436 students attend Spillane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Spillane Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spillane Middle School?
Spillane Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spillane Middle School offer ?
Spillane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spillane Middle School part of?
Spillane Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spillane Middle School located?
Spillane Middle School is located in the Western Trails neighborhood of Cypress, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Western Trails.
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