Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood 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 Edgewood Middle School is 0.30, 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
#3488 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
83%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #3488 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
245 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Edgewood Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Edgewood Independent School District.
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