Serving 392 students in grades 5-6, Austin Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Austin Middle School's student population of 392 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#500 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Middle School's ranking?
Austin Middle School is ranked #500 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Middle School?
392 students attend Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Austin Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Middle School?
Austin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Middle School offer ?
Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Austin Middle School part of?
Austin Middle School is part of Galveston Independent School District.
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