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#4297 of 7,897 schools in TX
Carpenter Middle
Middle School · PLANO ISD
3905 RAINER RD, Plano, TX 75023
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.
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Carpenter Middle — Students at Carpenter Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/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
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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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| ACADEMY J H LITTLE RIVER, TX | 5.3 |
| BARNETT J H ARLINGTON, TX | 5.3 |
| FLORES EL UVALDE, TX | 5.3 |
| FRED ROBERTS MIDDLE HOUSTON, TX | 5.3 |
| H F STEVENS MIDDLE CROWLEY, TX | 5.3 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON HOUSTON, TX | 5.3 |
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
- Phone
- (469) 752-5000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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