Serving 991 students in grades 6-8, Medlin Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medlin 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
School Overview
Medlin Middle School's student population of 991 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
991 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Medlin 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 Medlin Middle School is 0.54, 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
#579 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
65%
26%
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
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medlin Middle School's ranking?
Medlin Middle School is ranked #579 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Medlin Middle School often compared to?
Medlin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Nelson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Medlin Middle School?
991 students attend Medlin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Medlin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medlin Middle School?
Medlin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Medlin Middle School offer ?
Medlin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Medlin Middle School part of?
Medlin Middle School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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