Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Adkins Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adkins Middle School's student population of 956 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adkins Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adkins Middle School is 0.43, 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
#3608 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
17%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adkins Middle School's ranking?
Adkins Middle School is ranked #3608 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Adkins Middle School often compared to?
Adkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haas Middle School, London Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Adkins Middle School?
956 students attend Adkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Adkins Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adkins Middle School?
Adkins Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adkins Middle School offer ?
Adkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Adkins Middle School part of?
Adkins Middle School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Adkins Middle School located?
Adkins Middle School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.
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