Serving 1,472 students in grades 6-8, Melissa Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melissa 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
School Overview
Melissa Middle School's student population of 1,472 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 109% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Rankings
Melissa Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melissa Middle School is 0.70, 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
#882 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Melissa Middle School's ranking?
Melissa Middle School is ranked #882 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Melissa Middle School often compared to?
Melissa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerry & Linda Moore Middle School, Melissa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Melissa Middle School?
1,472 students attend Melissa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Melissa Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melissa Middle School?
Melissa Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melissa Middle School offer ?
Melissa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Melissa Middle School part of?
Melissa Middle School is part of Melissa Independent School District.
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