Serving 1,022 students in grades 6-8, Charles E Patterson 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles E Patterson Middle School's student population of 1,022 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Charles E Patterson 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 Charles E Patterson Middle School is 0.74, 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
#5221 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
38%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles E Patterson Middle School's ranking?
Charles E Patterson Middle School is ranked #5221 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Charles E Patterson Middle School?
1,022 students attend Charles E Patterson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Charles E Patterson Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles E Patterson Middle School?
Charles E Patterson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles E Patterson Middle School offer ?
Charles E Patterson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles E Patterson Middle School part of?
Charles E Patterson Middle School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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