Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.71, 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
#2657 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
41%
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
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #2657 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Central Middle School?
595 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Central Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Nederland Independent School District.
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