Serving 716 students in grades 7-8, W E Pete Ford 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 71% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W E Pete Ford 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
W E Pete Ford Middle School's student population of 716 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
W E Pete Ford 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 W E Pete Ford 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
#956 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W E Pete Ford Middle School's ranking?
W E Pete Ford Middle School is ranked #956 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are W E Pete Ford Middle School often compared to?
W E Pete Ford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ereckson Middle School, Walter & Lois Curtis 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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend W E Pete Ford Middle School?
716 students attend W E Pete Ford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of W E Pete Ford Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W E Pete Ford Middle School?
W E Pete Ford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does W E Pete Ford Middle School offer ?
W E Pete Ford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is W E Pete Ford Middle School part of?
W E Pete Ford Middle School is part of Allen Independent School District.
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