Serving 118 students in grades 6-8, Goldthwaite Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldthwaite 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Goldthwaite Middle School's student population of 118 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goldthwaite Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldthwaite Middle School is 0.45, 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
#754 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
70%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Goldthwaite Middle School's ranking?
Goldthwaite Middle School is ranked #754 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Goldthwaite Middle School?
118 students attend Goldthwaite Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Goldthwaite Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goldthwaite Middle School?
Goldthwaite Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goldthwaite Middle School offer ?
Goldthwaite Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Goldthwaite Middle School part of?
Goldthwaite Middle School is part of Goldthwaite Independent School District.
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