Serving 750 students in grades 7-8, Henry Scott Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Scott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henry Scott Middle School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Scott Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Scott Middle School is 0.63, 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
#4260 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Scott Middle School's ranking?
Henry Scott Middle School is ranked #4260 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Henry Scott Middle School often compared to?
Henry Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pritchard J High School, Denison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Henry Scott Middle School?
750 students attend Henry Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Henry Scott Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Scott Middle School?
Henry Scott Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry Scott Middle School offer ?
Henry Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Henry Scott Middle School part of?
Henry Scott Middle School is part of Denison Independent School District.
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