Serving 514 students in grades 5-6, Nelda Sullivan 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelda Sullivan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nelda Sullivan Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Nelda Sullivan 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 Nelda Sullivan Middle School is 0.10, 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
#5513 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Nelda Sullivan Middle School's ranking?
Nelda Sullivan Middle School is ranked #5513 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nelda Sullivan Middle School?
514 students attend Nelda Sullivan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Nelda Sullivan Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelda Sullivan Middle School?
Nelda Sullivan Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelda Sullivan Middle School offer ?
Nelda Sullivan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Nelda Sullivan Middle School part of?
Nelda Sullivan Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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