Serving 435 students in grades 6-8, Devine Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Devine Middle School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Devine Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devine Middle School is 0.47, 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
#5508 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
30%
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
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devine Middle School's ranking?
Devine Middle School is ranked #5508 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Devine Middle School?
435 students attend Devine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Devine Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% 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 Devine Middle School?
Devine Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Devine Middle School offer ?
Devine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Devine Middle School part of?
Devine Middle School is part of Devine Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 1/14/2021
I love it here! Way more sophisticated vs Devine Intermediate. The teachers are nice I have 2 in particular. Coach Beaty (PE) and Mrs. Miller (Computer Science). The kids are mostly nice ... some are just annoying lol. Overall GREAT SCHOOL! WOULD RECOMMEND TO ANYONE!!!
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