Serving 687 students in grades 6-8, Austin 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Austin Middle School's student population of 687 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Austin 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 Austin Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2134 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
43%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Middle School's ranking?
Austin Middle School is ranked #2134 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Middle School?
687 students attend Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Austin Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Middle School?
Austin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Middle School offer ?
Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Austin Middle School part of?
Austin Middle School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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