Excellent
#989 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 12% in state
Big Spring Int
Middle School · BIG SPRING ISD
708 E 11TH PL, Big Spring, TX 79720
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.3
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.3
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#989 of 8,552
In Big Spring
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
BIG SPRING ISD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Big Spring Int
Big Spring Int is a public middle school in Big Spring, TX, part of BIG SPRING ISD. Big Spring Int serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Spring Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #989 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Big Spring Int show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Big Spring Int — Students at Big Spring Int score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 9.4/10.
How Big Spring Int Compares
See how Big Spring Int 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
708 E 11TH PL, Big Spring, TX 79720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Spring Int may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. STANTON MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Stanton), with a very similar rating. Another option is BIG SPRING J H (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, COAHOMA J H (rated 5.0/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Coahoma), a more accessible option. For more schools in Big Spring, see our Big Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOLIAD EL Big Spring | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| BIG SPRING H S Big Spring | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| RUNNELS ACADEMY Big Spring | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BIG SPRING J H Big Spring | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHINGTON EL Big Spring | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY BIG SPRING Big Spring | 1.2 mi | — |
| KENTWOOD EL Big Spring | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MOSS EL Big Spring | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MARCY EL Big Spring | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FORSAN EL Forsan | 10.3 mi | 4.8 |
| FORSAN H S Forsan | 10.3 mi | 8.5 |
| COAHOMA EL Coahoma | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COAHOMA H S Coahoma | 10.3 mi | 5.7 |
| COAHOMA J H Coahoma | 10.3 mi | 5.0 |
| STANTON EL Stanton | 21.0 mi | 7.3 |
| STANTON MIDDLE Stanton | 21.0 mi | 8.2 |
| STANTON H S Stanton | 21.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GARDEN CITY EL Garden City | 25.6 mi | 9.5 |
| GARDEN CITY H S Garden City | 25.6 mi | 9.3 |
| SANDS CISD Ackerly | 24.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,194
Median Home Value
$146,500
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
30,432
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BULLARD INT Bullard, TX | 8.3 |
| DANFORTH J H Wimberley, TX | 8.3 |
| EDNA J H Edna, TX | 8.3 |
| JAIME ESCALANTE MIDDLE Pharr, TX | 8.3 |
| MADISONVILLE J H Madisonville, TX | 8.3 |
| NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Spring Int
What grades does Big Spring Int serve?
Big Spring Int serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Big Spring Int?
Big Spring Int has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Spring Int?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Spring Int is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Big Spring Int rank in TX?
Big Spring Int ranks #989 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Big Spring Int's MySchoolScout rating?
Big Spring Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Big Spring Int?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Spring Int has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Big Spring Int a charter school?
No, Big Spring Int is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Spring Int a Title I school?
No, Big Spring Int is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Spring Int?
74.0% of students at Big Spring Int 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (432) 264-4121
Resources & Links
District
BIG SPRING ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,451
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,360
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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