Serving 873 students in grades 6-8, Eric Dahlstrom Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 42% 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: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eric Dahlstrom 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
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School's student population of 873 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eric Dahlstrom Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1009 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
58%
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
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eric Dahlstrom Middle School's ranking?
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School is ranked #1009 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Eric Dahlstrom Middle School often compared to?
Eric Dahlstrom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R C Barton Middle School, Armando Chapa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Eric Dahlstrom Middle School?
873 students attend Eric Dahlstrom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Eric Dahlstrom Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eric Dahlstrom Middle School?
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eric Dahlstrom Middle School offer ?
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eric Dahlstrom Middle School part of?
Eric Dahlstrom Middle School is part of Hays CISD School District.
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