Excellent
#586 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Austin Middle
Middle School · GALVESTON ISD
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Galveston
#3 of 14
public schools
Texas middle schools
#124 of 1,693
In district
#3 of 12
GALVESTON ISD
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Austin Middle
Austin Middle is a public middle school in Galveston, TX, part of the GALVESTON ISD. The school serves approximately 392 students in grades 5th – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 93.2th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 80% proficiency in math and 79% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10). The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Austin Middle — Students at Austin Middle score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 6.4/10.
How Austin Middle Compares
See how Austin Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 86% (2019) to 74% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 83% (2019) to 75% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Austin Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTRAL MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WEIS (rated 5.0/10, 4.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Galveston | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Galveston | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL Galveston | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| BALL H S Galveston | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| BURNET EL Galveston | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| WEIS Galveston | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 4.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 10.0 mi | 7.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE Galveston | 10.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 10.2 mi | — |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CUERO J H Cuero, TX | 8.4 |
| FRANK STONE MIDDLE Paris, TX | 8.4 |
| MALAKOFF MIDDLE Malakoff, TX | 8.4 |
| SCURRY-ROSSER MIDDLE Scurry, TX | 8.4 |
| BROWNSBORO INT Brownsboro, TX | 8.5 |
| CHISUM MIDDLE Paris, TX | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Austin Middle
What grades does Austin Middle serve?
Austin Middle serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Austin Middle?
Austin Middle has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Austin Middle is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Austin Middle rank in TX?
Austin Middle is ranked #586 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Austin Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Austin Middle has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Austin Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Austin Middle has 80.0% math proficiency and 79.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Austin Middle a charter school?
No, Austin Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Austin Middle a Title I school?
No, Austin Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Austin Middle?
83.2% of students at Austin 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Phone
- (409) 761-3500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GALVESTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,446
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,846
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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