Below Average
#6604 of 8,552 schools in TX
Adams Middle
Middle School · ALICE ISD
901 E THIRD ST, Alice, TX 78332
Enrollment
966
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
966
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,604 of 8,552
In Alice
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
ALICE ISD
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Adams Middle
Middle School in Alice · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Adams Middle
Adams Middle is a public middle school in Alice, TX, part of ALICE ISD. Adams Middle serves approximately 966 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,604 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Adams Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Adams Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Adams Middle — Students at Adams Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Adams Middle Compares
See how Adams Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
901 E THIRD ST, Alice, TX 78332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BANQUETE J H (rated 8.2/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Banquete), which scores notably higher. Another option is BERNARDA JAIME J H (rated 6.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORANGE GROVE J H (rated 6.3/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Orange Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alice, see our Alice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alice | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| DUBOSE EL Alice | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHALLERT EL Alice | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ALICE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alice | 0.8 mi | — |
| NOONAN EL Alice | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ALICE H S Alice | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| SAENZ EL Alice | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO EL Alice | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO H S Alice | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| AGUA DULCE H S Agua Dulce | 9.7 mi | 7.2 |
| AGUA DULCE EL Agua Dulce | 9.7 mi | 7.9 |
| COLLINS-PARR EL San Diego | 10.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BERNARDA JAIME J H San Diego | 10.9 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN DIEGO H S San Diego | 11.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ORANGE GROVE H S Orange Grove | 15.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ORANGE GROVE J H Orange Grove | 15.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ORANGE GROVE EL Orange Grove | 15.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ORANGE GROVE PRI Orange Grove | 15.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BANQUETE J H Banquete | 17.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BANQUETE EL Banquete | 17.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,199
Median Home Value
$97,900
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
27,281
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Median Age
34.8
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| HORIZON MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 4.8 |
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| MCMICHAEL MIDDLE Nacogdoches, TX | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adams Middle
What grades does Adams Middle serve?
Adams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Adams Middle?
Adams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 966 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Adams Middle is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adams Middle rank in TX?
Adams Middle ranks #6,604 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Adams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adams Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adams Middle a charter school?
No, Adams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adams Middle a Title I school?
No, Adams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams Middle?
83.7% of students at Adams 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 966
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jim Wells County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.7%
- Phone
- (361) 660-2055
Resources & Links
District
ALICE ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,486
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,993
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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