Serving 1,413 students in grades 6-8, Salyards Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 51% 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: 1,413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salyards 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
Diversity
School Overview
Salyards Middle School's student population of 1,413 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Salyards Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salyards Middle School is 0.67, 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
#374 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
49%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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
What is Salyards Middle School's ranking?
Salyards Middle School is ranked #374 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Salyards Middle School often compared to?
Salyards Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Goodson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Salyards Middle School?
1,413 students attend Salyards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Salyards Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salyards Middle School?
Salyards Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salyards Middle School offer ?
Salyards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salyards Middle School part of?
Salyards Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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