Serving 1,051 students in grades 6-8, John M Tidwell Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 43% 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: 1,051 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John M Tidwell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John M Tidwell Middle School's student population of 1,051 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
John M Tidwell Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John M Tidwell Middle School is 0.61, which is less 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
#1364 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
57%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 John M Tidwell Middle School's ranking?
John M Tidwell Middle School is ranked #1364 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John M Tidwell Middle School?
1,051 students attend John M Tidwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of John M Tidwell Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John M Tidwell Middle School?
John M Tidwell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John M Tidwell Middle School offer ?
John M Tidwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John M Tidwell Middle School part of?
John M Tidwell Middle School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 9/17/2020
I do not recommend this school at all for special needs students.
4 4/7/2017
Very nice school, incredibly well kept (at least for the most part), and has a variety of students.
5 10/27/2014
I would like to comment on the inability to record the 6th grade choral concert this evening. I am a grandparent of a student at your school. I can not attend because I live out of state and since you asked that it not be recorded I was unable to see or hear my granddaughter sing. Please reconsider your decision on this so those of us that can't attend don't have to miss this event . Thank you
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