Serving 251 students in grades 6-8, Stanton Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Stanton school district, covering approximately 339.5 square miles in Stanton, TX. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 24.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanton Middle School's student population of 251 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanton Middle School is 0.42, 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
#3508 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
72%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Stanton Middle School's ranking?
Stanton Middle School is ranked #3508 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stanton Middle School?
251 students attend Stanton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Stanton Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanton Middle School?
Stanton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stanton Middle School offer ?
Stanton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stanton Middle School part of?
Stanton Middle School is part of Stanton Independent School District.
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