Serving 790 students in grades 6-8, Palo Alto 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 29% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palo Alto Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Palo Alto Middle School's student population of 790 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto Middle School is 0.67, 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
#7689 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
49%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palo Alto Middle School's ranking?
Palo Alto Middle School is ranked #7689 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Palo Alto Middle School often compared to?
Palo Alto Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy J Smith Middle School, Union Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Palo Alto Middle School?
790 students attend Palo Alto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Palo Alto Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palo Alto Middle School?
Palo Alto Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palo Alto Middle School offer ?
Palo Alto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palo Alto Middle School part of?
Palo Alto Middle School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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