Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Haggard Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haggard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Haggard Middle School's student population of 710 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Haggard Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haggard Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1714 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
56%
26%
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
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haggard Middle School's ranking?
Haggard Middle School is ranked #1714 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Haggard Middle School often compared to?
Haggard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schimelpfenig Middle School, Carpenter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Haggard Middle School?
710 students attend Haggard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Haggard Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haggard Middle School?
Haggard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haggard Middle School offer ?
Haggard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Haggard Middle School part of?
Haggard Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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