Serving 799 students in grades 6-8, Briarhill Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than 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 25% 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: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarhill 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
School Overview
Briarhill Middle School's student population of 799 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briarhill Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarhill Middle School is 0.42, 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
#513 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
75%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Briarhill Middle School's ranking?
Briarhill Middle School is ranked #513 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briarhill Middle School?
799 students attend Briarhill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Briarhill Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarhill Middle School?
Briarhill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briarhill Middle School offer ?
Briarhill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Briarhill Middle School part of?
Briarhill Middle School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
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