Serving 1,522 students in grades 6-8, Bernal 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernal Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bernal Middle School's student population of 1,522 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bernal 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 Bernal Middle School is 0.59, 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
#3110 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Bernal Middle School's ranking?
Bernal Middle School is ranked #3110 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bernal Middle School?
1,522 students attend Bernal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bernal Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bernal Middle School?
Bernal Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bernal Middle School offer ?
Bernal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bernal Middle School part of?
Bernal Middle School is part of Northside Independent School District.
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