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#4297 of 7,897 schools in TX

Carpenter Middle

Middle School · PLANO ISD

3905 RAINER RD, Plano, TX 75023

505
Students
11.5:1
Student-Teacher
6th – 8th
Grades Served
#4297 of 7,897 in TX

About Carpenter Middle

Carpenter Middle is a public middle school in Plano, TX, part of the PLANO ISD. The school serves approximately 505 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.3/10, placing it in the 45.6th percentile among TX schools — an average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.2/10). The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-6.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29%
Reading/ELA Proficiency34%
Overall Proficiency32%
Expected (poverty-adj.)39%
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1

Carpenter Middle — Students at Carpenter Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Carpenter Middle Compares

See how Carpenter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
46th percentile in TX
Academic
4.0/10
4.0/10
Growth
4.0/10
Below average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

Location

3905 RAINER RD, Plano, TX 75023

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRISTIE EL PLANO 0.2 mi 4.9
GREAT LAKES ACADEMY Plano 0.6 mi 5.5
SPRING CREEK ACADEMY Plano 0.7 mi 5.5
THOMAS EL PLANO 0.9 mi 7.0
AMEEN ACADEMY Plano 1.0 mi 5.5
KIDS LEARNING CENTER Plano 1.1 mi 5.5
HARRINGTON EL PLANO 1.2 mi 7.3
PEARSON EARLY CHILDHOOD PLANO 1.1 mi 6.4
HUGHSTON EL PLANO 1.2 mi 5.5
CLARK H S PLANO 1.3 mi 4.6
CUSTER ROAD CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Plano 1.4 mi 5.5
CARLISLE EL PLANO 1.4 mi 6.6
HENDRICK MIDDLE PLANO 1.8 mi 5.2
SCHIMELPFENIG MIDDLE PLANO 1.7 mi 6.6
ACADEMY H S PLANO 1.9 mi 9.3
DAVIS EL PLANO 1.7 mi 5.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTH PLANO Plano 2.0 mi 5.5
A+ PREP SCHOOL Plano 1.8 mi 5.5
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plano 1.9 mi 5.5
HAGGARD MIDDLE PLANO 2.0 mi 3.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carpenter Middle

What grades does Carpenter Middle serve?

Carpenter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Carpenter Middle?

Carpenter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carpenter Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Carpenter Middle is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carpenter Middle rank in TX?

Carpenter Middle is ranked #4297 out of 7,897 schools in TX.

What is Carpenter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Carpenter Middle has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Carpenter Middle a charter school?

No, Carpenter Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carpenter Middle a Title I school?

No, Carpenter Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carpenter Middle?

62.2% of students at Carpenter Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Collin County
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details