Michael R Null Middle School

12117 Garrett Rd
Houston, TX 77044
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,164 students in grades 6-8, Michael R Null 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 1,164 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Michael R Null Middle School's student population of 1,164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,164 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
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School Rankings

Michael R Null 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 Michael R Null Middle School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7459 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
41%
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33%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michael R Null Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
23%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Michael R Null Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
62%
53%
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Black
29%
13%
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White
5%
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.53
This chart displays the diversity score of Michael R Null Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Michael R Null Middle School's ranking?
Michael R Null Middle School is ranked #7459 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Michael R Null Middle School?
1,164 students attend Michael R Null Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Michael R Null Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael R Null Middle School?
Michael R Null Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Michael R Null Middle School offer ?
Michael R Null Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Michael R Null Middle School part of?
Michael R Null Middle School is part of Sheldon Independent School District.

School Reviews

5   10/14/2017
So far so good! My son is a temporary student here from C E King Muddle School and the front Reni lady I believe her name is Ms. Cortez is always so friendly! Thank you for that!
- Posted by Parent - Mom
2   2/13/2016
I am a student at C e King this year ( 2015- 2016 ) . I dislike the school so much! I came from a district that helped the kids so much more , gave them tablets to keep for the school year to do there work ! in Sheldon isd they bearly have enough computers for kids to use , they talk down about the kids to other teachers and they are so disrespectful
- Posted by Student/Alumni - sabri

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,164 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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