Serving 575 students in grades 5-6, Rick Schneider 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 22% (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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rick Schneider Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rick Schneider Middle School's student population of 575 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rick Schneider 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 Rick Schneider 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
#7223 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rick Schneider Middle School's ranking?
Rick Schneider Middle School is ranked #7223 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?
22% 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 Rick Schneider Middle School?
575 students attend Rick Schneider Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rick Schneider Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rick Schneider Middle School?
Rick Schneider Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rick Schneider Middle School offer ?
Rick Schneider Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Rick Schneider Middle School part of?
Rick Schneider Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rick Schneider Middle School located?
Rick Schneider Middle School is located in the Greater Hobby Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Hobby Area.
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