Serving 666 students in grades 6-8, Frank Seale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 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: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Seale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frank Seale Middle School's student population of 666 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Frank Seale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Seale Middle School is 0.69, 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
#5257 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
41%
25%
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
50%
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 Frank Seale Middle School's ranking?
Frank Seale Middle School is ranked #5257 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Frank Seale Middle School often compared to?
Frank Seale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Frank Seale Middle School?
666 students attend Frank Seale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Frank Seale Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Seale Middle School?
Frank Seale Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank Seale Middle School offer ?
Frank Seale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Frank Seale Middle School part of?
Frank Seale Middle School is part of Midlothian Independent School District.
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