Serving 785 students in grades 7-8, Willow Springs Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Springs 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
Willow Springs Middle School's student population of 785 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Springs Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Springs Middle School is 0.49, 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
#29 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
70%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Springs Middle School's ranking?
Willow Springs Middle School is ranked #29 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Willow Springs Middle School often compared to?
Willow Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lovejoy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Willow Springs Middle School?
785 students attend Willow Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Willow Springs Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Springs Middle School?
Willow Springs Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willow Springs Middle School offer ?
Willow Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Willow Springs Middle School part of?
Willow Springs Middle School is part of Lovejoy ISD School District.
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