Woodland Acres Middle School

12947 Myrtle Ln
Houston, TX 77015
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Woodland Acres 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : Woodland Acres Middle serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Woodland Acres Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Woodland Acres Middle School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Woodland Acres 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 Woodland Acres Middle School is 0.12, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3649 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
49%
44%
47%
51%
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
(22-23)
11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodland Acres Middle School's ranking?
Woodland Acres Middle School is ranked #3649 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Woodland Acres Middle School often compared to?
Woodland Acres Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Middle School, Galena Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Woodland Acres Middle School?
570 students attend Woodland Acres Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Woodland Acres Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Acres Middle School?
Woodland Acres Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodland Acres Middle School offer ?
Woodland Acres Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodland Acres Middle School part of?
Woodland Acres Middle School is part of Galena Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodland Acres Middle School located?
Woodland Acres Middle School is located in the Northshore neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Northshore.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : Woodland Acres Middle serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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