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#5410 of 8,552 schools in TX
Blocker Middle
Middle School · TEXAS CITY ISD
1800 9TH AVE N, Texas City, TX 77590
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,410 of 8,552
In Texas City
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
TEXAS CITY ISD
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Blocker Middle
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About Blocker Middle
Blocker Middle is a public middle school in Texas City, TX, part of TEXAS CITY ISD. Blocker Middle serves approximately 814 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Blocker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,410 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Blocker Middle show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Blocker Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Blocker Middle — Students at Blocker Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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 Blocker Middle Compares
See how Blocker Middle 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
1800 9TH AVE N, Texas City, TX 77590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blocker Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GILES MIDDLE (rated 6.5/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRY INT (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Texas City, see our Texas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVIN VINCENT PRE-K HEAD START Texas City | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| KOHFELDT EL Texas City | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Texas City | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| TEXAS CITY H S Texas City | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| HEIGHTS EL Texas City | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MANUEL GUAJARDO JR EL Texas City | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 1.3 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FRY INT Texas City | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| HAYLEY EL La Marque | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| SIMMS EL Texas City | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| GALVESTON CO JJAEP League City | 4.2 mi | — |
| TRANSFORMING LIVES COOPERATIVE (TLC) Dickinson | 4.2 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO DETENTION CTR Dickinson | 4.2 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Dickinson | 4.2 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Galveston | 4.2 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Santa Fe | 4.2 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY J J A E P Texas City | 4.2 mi | — |
| GILES MIDDLE Texas City | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,274
Median Home Value
$168,400
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
33,145
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blocker Middle
What grades does Blocker Middle serve?
Blocker Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Blocker Middle?
Blocker Middle has an enrollment of approximately 814 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blocker Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Blocker Middle is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blocker Middle rank in TX?
Blocker Middle ranks #5,410 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Blocker Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Blocker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Blocker Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blocker Middle has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blocker Middle a charter school?
No, Blocker Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blocker Middle a Title I school?
No, Blocker Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blocker Middle?
81.8% of students at Blocker 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 814
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (409) 916-0700
Resources & Links
District
TEXAS CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,874
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,461
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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