Serving 1,063 students in grades 6-8, Southard Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 69% 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: 1,063 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Southard Middle School's student population of 1,063 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,063 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southard 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 Southard Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1766 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
31%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southard Middle School's ranking?
Southard Middle School is ranked #1766 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Southard Middle School?
1,063 students attend Southard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Southard Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southard Middle School?
Southard Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southard Middle School offer ?
Southard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southard Middle School part of?
Southard Middle School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
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