Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-8, Sycamore Springs Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sycamore Springs Middle School's student population of 1,016 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Sycamore Springs Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Springs Middle School is 0.44, 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
#447 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
73%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
4%
57%
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 Sycamore Springs Middle School's ranking?
Sycamore Springs Middle School is ranked #447 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Springs Middle School?
1,016 students attend Sycamore Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sycamore Springs Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Springs Middle School?
Sycamore Springs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sycamore Springs Middle School offer ?
Sycamore Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sycamore Springs Middle School part of?
Sycamore Springs Middle School is part of Dripping Springs Independent School District.
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