Serving 1,308 students in grades 7-8, Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter & Lois Curtis 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
Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School's student population of 1,308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter & Lois Curtis 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 Walter & Lois Curtis 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
#515 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
43%
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
16%
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 Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School's ranking?
Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School is ranked #515 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School often compared to?
Walter & Lois Curtis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ereckson Middle School, Jerry & Linda Moore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School?
1,308 students attend Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School?
Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School offer ?
Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School part of?
Walter & Lois Curtis Middle School is part of Allen Independent School District.
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