Excellent
#362 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 4% in state
Barbers Hill Middle South
Middle School · BARBERS HILL ISD
P O BOX 1108, Mont Belvieu, TX 77580
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mont Belvieu
#2 of 8
public schools
Texas middle schools
#84 of 1,693
In district
#2 of 8
BARBERS HILL ISD
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Barbers Hill Middle South
Barbers Hill Middle South serves 619 seventh and eighth graders in Mont Belvieu, Texas. As a regular public school with a 14.1-to-1 student-teacher ratio, students get consistent access to their teachers across both grade levels. The school earns a composite score of 8.9 out of 10 — rated Excellent — with academic performance at 8.7 and growth at 8.9.
That growth score reflects meaningful gains across the student body year over year, not just a single-year proficiency snapshot. Ranked 60th among 1,693 middle schools in Texas, Barbers Hill Middle South outperforms 97% of public schools statewide — results that hold across both achievement and growth measures. Within Mont Belvieu, the school ranks second among eight public schools, placing it at the top of the local middle school options.
Families evaluating schools in the greater Houston region will find few peers at this performance level. The combination of manageable enrollment, a low student-teacher ratio, and high scores across both achievement and growth makes Barbers Hill Middle South one of the stronger middle school choices in Southeast Texas.
Score Breakdown
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Barbers Hill Middle South — Students at Barbers Hill Middle South score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Barbers Hill Middle South Compares
See how Barbers Hill Middle South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 78% (2019) to 77% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 64% (2019) to 63% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 1108, Mont Belvieu, TX 77580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barbers Hill Middle South may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BARBERS HILL MIDDLE NORTH (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BARBERS HILL INT NORTH (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BARBERS HILL INT SOUTH (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mont Belvieu, see our Mont Belvieu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARBERS HILL EL SOUTH Mont Belvieu | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BARBERS HILL MIDDLE NORTH Mont Belvieu | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| BARBERS HILL H S Mont Belvieu | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Mont Belvieu | 0.7 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Mont Belvieu | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| BARBERS HILL INT NORTH Mont Belvieu | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| BARBERS HILL EL NORTH Mont Belvieu | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| BARBERS HILL INT SOUTH Mont Belvieu | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CLARK EL Baytown | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GENTRY J H Baytown | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Baytown | 6.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CEDAR BAYOU J H Baytown | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ALAMO EL Baytown | 7.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CROCKETT EL Baytown | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown | 7.6 mi | — |
| GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL Baytown | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown | 7.9 mi | 6.4 |
| E F GREEN JUNIOR SCHOOL Baytown | 7.7 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMES BOWIE EL Baytown | 8.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown | 8.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple, TX | 8.6 |
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| BULLARD MIDDLE Bullard, TX | 8.6 |
| DEEPWATER J H Pasadena, TX | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barbers Hill Middle South
What grades does Barbers Hill Middle South serve?
Barbers Hill Middle South serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Barbers Hill Middle South?
Barbers Hill Middle South has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barbers Hill Middle South?
The student-teacher ratio at Barbers Hill Middle South is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barbers Hill Middle South rank in TX?
Barbers Hill Middle South is ranked #362 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Barbers Hill Middle South's MySchoolScout rating?
Barbers Hill Middle South has a composite rating of 8.6 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 Barbers Hill Middle South?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Barbers Hill Middle South has 77.5% math proficiency and 63.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Barbers Hill Middle South a charter school?
No, Barbers Hill Middle South is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barbers Hill Middle South a Title I school?
No, Barbers Hill Middle South is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 619
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Chambers County
- Phone
- (281) 576-2221
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BARBERS HILL ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,723
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,305
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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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