Serving 708 students in grades 6-8, Austin 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 18:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Austin Middle School's student population of 708 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to graduate every student prepared for life and success beyond high school
School Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2715 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
41%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
41%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Middle School's ranking?
Austin Middle School is ranked #2715 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Middle School?
708 students attend Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Austin Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin Middle School?
Austin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Middle School offer ?
Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Austin Middle School part of?
Austin Middle School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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