Serving 920 students in grades 6-8, Andrews 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 45% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrews Middle School's student population of 920 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Andrews 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 Andrews Middle School is 0.46, 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
#3347 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
29%
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
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrews Middle School's ranking?
Andrews Middle School is ranked #3347 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Andrews Middle School?
920 students attend Andrews Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Andrews Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andrews Middle School?
Andrews Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrews Middle School offer ?
Andrews Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Andrews Middle School part of?
Andrews Middle School is part of Andrews Independent School District.
School Reviews
4 11/24/2021
AMS is decent, the food kinda blows.
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