Serving 917 students in grades 6-8, Dripping Springs Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 30% 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: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dripping 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
Dripping Springs Middle School's student population of 917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
917 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Dripping Springs Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dripping Springs Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1060 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
22%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
70%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dripping Springs Middle School's ranking?
Dripping Springs Middle School is ranked #1060 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dripping Springs Middle School often compared to?
Dripping Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dripping Springs High School, Eric Dahlstrom Middle School, Lakeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dripping Springs Middle School?
917 students attend Dripping Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dripping Springs Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dripping Springs Middle School?
Dripping Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dripping Springs Middle School offer ?
Dripping Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dripping Springs Middle School part of?
Dripping Springs Middle School is part of Dripping Springs Independent School District.
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