Serving 1,211 students in grades 6-8, Small Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 1,211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Small Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Small Middle School's student population of 1,211 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Small Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Small Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1720 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
46%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Small Middle School's ranking?
Small Middle School is ranked #1720 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Small Middle School often compared to?
Small Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O Henry Middle School, Gorzycki Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Small Middle School?
1,211 students attend Small Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Small Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Small Middle School?
Small Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Small Middle School offer ?
Small Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Small Middle School part of?
Small Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Small Middle School located?
Small Middle School is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Hill.
School Reviews
4 9/9/2017
Two years in and our overall experience at Small has been overwhelmingly positive. The quality of teachers is high. The principal is focused on building relationships with students and creating an individualized middle school experience for each child. He listens to student and parent feedback, communication has improved over the last year and he has implemented many changes during the school day for the kids. The Green Tech Program offers so many elective options for all students. The school is diverse (we are transfers and appreciate this) and my student reports an overall welcoming social atmosphere. Sure, there are "groups" and "cliques" as it is middle school, but he feels that there is something to do - and someone to hang out with - for all students with all different interests.
3 5/9/2017
Small is an overall mediocre school except for some of the teachers. My child has been treated with much disprespect from several of the teachers that work at Small.
2 9/26/2007
Small is a typical school in that some of its teachers are good and others are just ok. The school is overcrowded as is everywhere in the Austin area now.The only good thing I can say is that the school seems to have some interesting classes for 6th graders. My son could not get into the robotics class , or the other electives he chose because they have a record number of students this year in 6th grade. He went on the first day of registration and he still was put in classes he did not want. He has adjusted to these classes. The thing he has a hard time adjustinf to is the tight security. There is a constant presence of security officers in the school all day and outside. I thought that was probably a good thing, however when I walked over to pick up my son after he stayed late to take a test he had missed I found it difficult to deal with the security. The doors are locked and you enter and sign in at the office that leads into the school. This is normal enough,but then I went up to see the teacher and the doors to her wing were locked and I had to go back and ask and find a way up to the 3rd floor once again.When I stepped out in front to find my son the teacher had just released I was stopped and questioned again by the security.
I felt like I was in jail. Did it give me a safe feeling? If it did,it also made me feel like something terrible had , or was expected to happen at that school.
Small is not the school for us and my son wants to move and go back to his other school.
I have always felt a very impersonal atmosphere at Small.
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