Serving 1,150 students in grades 6-8, Gene Pike 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 43% 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: 1,150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gene Pike Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gene Pike Middle School's student population of 1,150 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gene Pike 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 Gene Pike Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2695 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
57%
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
23%
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 Gene Pike Middle School's ranking?
Gene Pike Middle School is ranked #2695 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gene Pike Middle School often compared to?
Gene Pike Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckamy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gene Pike Middle School?
1,150 students attend Gene Pike Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gene Pike Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gene Pike Middle School?
Gene Pike Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gene Pike Middle School offer ?
Gene Pike Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gene Pike Middle School part of?
Gene Pike Middle School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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