Van Alstyne Middle School serves 433 students in grades 5-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Alstyne Middle School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Van Alstyne Middle School is 0.53, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
23%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
65%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Van Alstyne Middle School?
433 students attend Van Alstyne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Van Alstyne Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Alstyne Middle School?
Van Alstyne Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Alstyne Middle School offer ?
Van Alstyne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Van Alstyne Middle School part of?
Van Alstyne Middle School is part of Van Alstyne Independent School District.
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