Serving 939 students in grades 6-8, Maus Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maus 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
Diversity
School Overview
Maus Middle School's student population of 939 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maus Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maus Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#358 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
45%
5%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Maus Middle School's ranking?
Maus Middle School is ranked #358 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Maus Middle School?
939 students attend Maus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Maus Middle School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maus Middle School?
Maus Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maus Middle School offer ?
Maus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maus Middle School part of?
Maus Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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