Serving 802 students in grades 7-8, Blocker 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blocker Middle School's student population of 802 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
802 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Succeed
School Rankings
Blocker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blocker Middle School is 0.63, 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
#5884 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
54%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
23%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blocker Middle School's ranking?
Blocker Middle School is ranked #5884 out of 8,096 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blocker Middle School?
802 students attend Blocker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Blocker Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blocker Middle School?
Blocker Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blocker Middle School offer ?
Blocker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Blocker Middle School part of?
Blocker Middle School is part of Texas City Independent School District.
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