Serving 1,546 students in grades 6-8, Spillane Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spillane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Spillane Middle School's student population of 1,546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spillane Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spillane Middle School is 0.73, 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
#259 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
40%
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
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spillane Middle School's ranking?
Spillane Middle School is ranked #259 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spillane Middle School often compared to?
Spillane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Anthony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spillane Middle School?
1,546 students attend Spillane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Spillane Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spillane Middle School?
Spillane Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spillane Middle School offer ?
Spillane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spillane Middle School part of?
Spillane Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spillane Middle School located?
Spillane Middle School is located in the Western Trails neighborhood of Cypress, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Western Trails.
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