Serving 134 students in grades 6-8, Tahoka Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tahoka Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tahoka, TX, covering an area of approximately 363.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahoka Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tahoka Middle School's student population of 134 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tahoka Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tahoka Middle School is 0.51, 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
#2322 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
61%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
13%
6%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 19-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 Tahoka Middle School's ranking?
Tahoka Middle School is ranked #2322 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tahoka Middle School?
134 students attend Tahoka Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tahoka Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahoka Middle School?
Tahoka Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tahoka Middle School offer ?
Tahoka Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tahoka Middle School part of?
Tahoka Middle School is part of Tahoka Independent School District.
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