Serving 927 students in grades 6-8, Stafford Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stafford 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
Stafford Middle School's student population of 927 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stafford Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stafford Middle School is 0.76, 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
#787 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
32%
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
15%
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 Stafford Middle School's ranking?
Stafford Middle School is ranked #787 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stafford Middle School often compared to?
Stafford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stafford Middle School?
927 students attend Stafford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Stafford Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stafford Middle School?
Stafford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stafford Middle School offer ?
Stafford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stafford Middle School part of?
Stafford Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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