Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Sam Tasby Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Tasby Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sam Tasby Middle School's student population of 669 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sam Tasby 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 Sam Tasby Middle School is 0.52, 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
#5963 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
2%
25%
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
95%
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 Sam Tasby Middle School's ranking?
Sam Tasby Middle School is ranked #5963 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sam Tasby Middle School often compared to?
Sam Tasby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmett J Conrad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sam Tasby Middle School?
669 students attend Sam Tasby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sam Tasby Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam Tasby Middle School?
Sam Tasby Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sam Tasby Middle School offer ?
Sam Tasby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sam Tasby Middle School part of?
Sam Tasby Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sam Tasby Middle School located?
Sam Tasby Middle School is located in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Vickery Meadow.
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