Serving 1,237 students in grades 6-8, Kitty Hawk Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kitty Hawk Middle School's student population of 1,237 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kitty Hawk Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kitty Hawk Middle School is 0.61, 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
#4611 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kitty Hawk Middle School's ranking?
Kitty Hawk Middle School is ranked #4611 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kitty Hawk Middle School often compared to?
Kitty Hawk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kitty Hawk Middle School?
1,237 students attend Kitty Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kitty Hawk Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kitty Hawk Middle School?
Kitty Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kitty Hawk Middle School offer ?
Kitty Hawk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kitty Hawk Middle School part of?
Kitty Hawk Middle School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kitty Hawk Middle School located?
Kitty Hawk Middle School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Universal City, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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