Serving 171 students in grades 6-8, Itasca 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Itasca Middle School's student population of 171 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Itasca 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 Itasca Middle School is 0.55, 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
#7283 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itasca Middle School's ranking?
Itasca Middle School is ranked #7283 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Itasca Middle School?
171 students attend Itasca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Itasca Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Itasca Middle School?
Itasca Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Itasca Middle School offer ?
Itasca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Itasca Middle School part of?
Itasca Middle School is part of Itasca Independent School District.
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