Serving 944 students in grades 6-8, Lumberton Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (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 17% 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: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lumberton Middle School's student population of 944 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
944 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lumberton 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 Lumberton Middle School is 0.30, 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
#2344 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
12%
53%

Black
1%
13%

White
83%
25%

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
33%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lumberton Middle School's ranking?
Lumberton Middle School is ranked #2344 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Lumberton Middle School?
944 students attend Lumberton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lumberton Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lumberton Middle School?
Lumberton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lumberton Middle School offer ?
Lumberton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lumberton Middle School part of?
Lumberton Middle School is part of Lumberton Independent School District.
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