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#6172 of 8,552 schools in TX
Armstrong Middle
Middle School · PLANO ISD
3805 TIMBERLINE DR, Plano, TX 75074
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,172 of 8,552
In Plano
#52 of 66
public schools
In district
#56 of 71
PLANO ISD
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Armstrong Middle
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About Armstrong Middle
Armstrong Middle is a public middle school in Plano, TX, part of PLANO ISD. Armstrong Middle serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Armstrong Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,172 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Armstrong Middle show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Armstrong 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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Armstrong Middle — Students at Armstrong Middle score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
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: 4.2/10.
How Armstrong Middle Compares
See how Armstrong 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
3805 TIMBERLINE DR, Plano, TX 75074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Armstrong Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OTTO MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOWMAN MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FORMAN EL Plano | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DOOLEY EL Plano | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MEADOWS EL Plano | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| HEAD START Plano | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| OTTO MIDDLE Plano | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ISAACS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Plano | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PLANO EAST SR H S Plano | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BRECKINRIDGE PARK Richardson | 1.6 mi | — |
| BOWMAN MIDDLE Plano | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MEMORIAL EL Plano | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| WILLIAMS H S Plano | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| HICKEY EL Plano | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BRECKINRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richardson | 2.2 mi | — |
| HERITAGE MONTESSORI OF MURPHY Murphy | 2.1 mi | — |
| STINSON EL Richardson | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| MENDENHALL EL Plano | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| BARRON EL Plano | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| ALHAMEED BOYS AND AMATUR RAHMAN GIRLS ACADEMIES Garland | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| SCHELL EL Richardson | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| HUNT EL Murphy | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,185
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
53,146
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
35
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| ELGIN INT Elgin, TX | 5.2 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi, TX | 5.2 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN MIDDLE Grand Prairie, TX | 5.2 |
| KIPP CAMINO ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Armstrong Middle
What grades does Armstrong Middle serve?
Armstrong Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Armstrong Middle?
Armstrong Middle has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Armstrong Middle rank in TX?
Armstrong Middle ranks #6,172 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Armstrong Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Armstrong Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Armstrong Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Armstrong Middle has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Armstrong Middle a charter school?
No, Armstrong Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Armstrong Middle a Title I school?
No, Armstrong Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armstrong Middle?
81.9% of students at Armstrong 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (469) 752-4600
Resources & Links
District
PLANO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,899
- Schools in District
- 77
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,384
- District Rank
- #56 of 71
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