Skip to main content

Very Good

#1984 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 23% in state

Blalack Middle

Middle School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

1706 PETERS COLONY, Carrollton, TX 75007

Enrollment

889

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,984 of 8,552

In Carrollton

#12 of 40

public schools

In district

#9 of 38

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Blalack Middle?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Blalack Middle

7.7/10

Middle School in Carrollton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Davis EL

6.4/10

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

Rosemeade EL

8.9/10

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

About Blalack Middle

Blalack Middle is a public middle school in Carrollton, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Blalack Middle serves approximately 889 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blalack Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,984 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Blalack Middle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,227
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Blalack Middle — Students at Blalack Middle score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
49.7%
ELA
54.4%
2024
Math
52%
ELA
64%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Blalack Middle Compares

See how Blalack Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in TX
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

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

1706 PETERS COLONY, Carrollton, TX 75007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blalack Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MCCOY EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASTLE HILLS EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KENT EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carrollton, see our Carrollton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DAVIS EL Carrollton 0.4 mi 6.4
ROSEMEADE EL Carrollton 0.6 mi 8.9
RAINWATER EL Carrollton 0.6 mi 7.8
HOLY COVENANT EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Carrollton 0.7 mi
CREEKVIEW H S Carrollton 0.9 mi 7.0
HOMESTEAD EL Carrollton 1.2 mi 8.9
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CARROLLTON Carrollton 1.1 mi 7.1
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - CARROLLTON Carrollton 1.1 mi 3.7
THOMPSON EL Carrollton 1.1 mi 7.1
MCCOY EL Carrollton 1.5 mi 9.4
STEM ACADEMY AT POLSER EL Carrollton 1.6 mi 8.3
BLANTON EL Carrollton 1.5 mi 6.8
FURNEAUX EL Carrollton 1.4 mi 7.4
KENT EL Carrollton 1.4 mi 9.0
SMITH H S Carrollton 1.7 mi 5.1
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY- CARROLLTON Lewisville 1.7 mi 6.0
LONG MIDDLE Dallas 1.6 mi 4.7
CASTLE HILLS EL Lewisville 2.0 mi 9.2
OAK CREST PRIVATE SCHOOL Carrollton 2.0 mi 7.2
HEBRON VALLEY EL Carrollton 2.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,692

Median Home Value

$360,100

Median Rent

$1,656/mo

Population

55,050

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

40.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CANYON J H Canyon, TX 7.7
CARROLL MIDDLE Southlake, TX 7.7
CELE MIDDLE Pflugerville, TX 7.7
CENTRAL MIDDLE Weslaco, TX 7.7
CESAR CHAVEZ MIDDLE Mission, TX 7.7
DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton, TX 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blalack Middle

What grades does Blalack Middle serve?

Blalack Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Blalack Middle?

Blalack Middle has an enrollment of approximately 889 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blalack Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Blalack Middle is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blalack Middle rank in TX?

Blalack Middle ranks #1,984 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Blalack Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Blalack Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Blalack Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blalack Middle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Blalack Middle a charter school?

No, Blalack Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blalack Middle a Title I school?

No, Blalack Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blalack Middle?

54.1% of students at Blalack 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
889
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
24,386
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,227
District Rank
#9 of 38

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.