Serving 1,093 students in grades 6-8, United Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,093 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
United Middle School's student population of 1,093 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,093 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
United Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United Middle School is 0.04, 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
#2435 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Middle School's ranking?
United Middle School is ranked #2435 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are United Middle School often compared to?
United Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trautmann Middle School, Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend United Middle School?
1,093 students attend United Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of United Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of United Middle School?
United Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does United Middle School offer ?
United Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is United Middle School part of?
United Middle School is part of United ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is United Middle School located?
United Middle School is located in the Del Mar Hills Area A neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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