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#497 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 6% 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

8.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#497 of 8,552

In Mont Belvieu

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

BARBERS HILL ISD

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Barbers Hill Middle South

8.7/10

Middle School in Mont Belvieu · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Barbers Hill EL South

8.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Barbers Hill Middle North

8.8/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Barbers Hill Middle South

Barbers Hill Middle South is a public middle school in Mont Belvieu, TX, part of BARBERS HILL ISD. Barbers Hill Middle South serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Barbers Hill Middle South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #497 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Barbers Hill Middle South show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+32.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,305
Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Barbers Hill Middle South — Students at Barbers Hill Middle South score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
72.8%
ELA
67.8%
2024
Math
76%
ELA
70%

* 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.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in TX
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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 INT NORTH (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BARBERS HILL INT SOUTH (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BARBERS HILL MIDDLE NORTH (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 8.7
BARBERS HILL MIDDLE NORTH Mont Belvieu 0.4 mi 8.8
BARBERS HILL H S Mont Belvieu 0.7 mi 8.2
ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Mont Belvieu 0.7 mi
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Mont Belvieu 0.8 mi 7.7
BARBERS HILL INT NORTH Mont Belvieu 0.9 mi 9.7
BARBERS HILL EL NORTH Mont Belvieu 0.9 mi 9.5
BARBERS HILL INT SOUTH Mont Belvieu 2.4 mi 9.0
CLARK EL Baytown 5.3 mi 4.0
GENTRY J H Baytown 6.3 mi 6.1
STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Baytown 6.8 mi 5.0
CEDAR BAYOU J H Baytown 7.7 mi 5.5
ALAMO EL Baytown 7.4 mi 7.3
CROCKETT EL Baytown 7.7 mi 7.1
GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown 7.6 mi
GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL Baytown 7.5 mi 5.6
BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown 7.9 mi 6.4
E F GREEN JUNIOR SCHOOL Baytown 7.7 mi 7.4
JAMES BOWIE EL Baytown 8.6 mi 4.8
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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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 ranks #497 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Barbers Hill Middle South's MySchoolScout rating?

Barbers Hill Middle South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Barbers Hill Middle South?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barbers Hill Middle South has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

District

BARBERS HILL ISD
District Enrollment
7,723
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,305
District Rank
#6 of 8

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