Serving 264 students in grades 6-8, Chisum Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 19% 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: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chisum Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chisum Middle School's student population of 264 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chisum Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisum Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1767 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
81%
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
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisum Middle School's ranking?
Chisum Middle School is ranked #1767 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chisum Middle School often compared to?
Chisum Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Stone Middle School, Paris J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chisum Middle School?
264 students attend Chisum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chisum Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Chisum Middle School?
Chisum Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chisum Middle School offer ?
Chisum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chisum Middle School part of?
Chisum Middle School is part of Chisum Independent School District.
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