Below Average
#6705 of 8,552 schools in TX
Boulter Middle
Middle School · TYLER ISD
2926 GARDEN VALLEY RD, Tyler, TX 75702
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,705 of 8,552
In Tyler
#33 of 38
public schools
In district
#23 of 25
TYLER ISD
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About Boulter Middle
Boulter Middle is a public middle school in Tyler, TX, part of TYLER ISD. Boulter Middle serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Boulter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,705 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Boulter Middle show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Boulter Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Boulter 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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Boulter Middle — Students at Boulter Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 6.1/10.
How Boulter Middle Compares
See how Boulter 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
2926 GARDEN VALLEY RD, Tyler, TX 75702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boulter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIRDWELL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BONNER EL (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tyler, see our Tyler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TYLER H S Tyler | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| RAMEY EL Tyler | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ORR EL Tyler | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PREMIER H S OF TYLER Lewisville | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| JONES EL Tyler | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| T J AUSTIN EL Tyler | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| DIXIE EL Tyler | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TYLER ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Tyler | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ALVIN V ANDERSON RISE ACADEMY Tyler | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PEETE EL Tyler | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| GRIFFIN EL Tyler | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PROMISE ACADEMY Tyler | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY Tyler | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Tyler | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| DOUGLAS EL Tyler | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| BONNER EL Tyler | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Tyler | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Tyler | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BELL EL Tyler | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,177
Median Home Value
$99,700
Median Rent
$906/mo
Population
28,095
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boulter Middle
What grades does Boulter Middle serve?
Boulter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Boulter Middle?
Boulter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boulter Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Boulter Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boulter Middle rank in TX?
Boulter Middle ranks #6,705 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Boulter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Boulter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Boulter Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boulter Middle has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Boulter Middle a charter school?
No, Boulter Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boulter Middle a Title I school?
No, Boulter Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boulter Middle?
92.1% of students at Boulter 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 826
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Smith County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (903) 262-1390
Resources & Links
District
TYLER ISD- District Enrollment
- 18,304
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,184
- District Rank
- #23 of 25
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