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Central Middle
Middle School · GALVESTON ISD
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,486 of 8,552
In Galveston
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
GALVESTON ISD
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Central Middle
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About Central Middle
Central Middle is a public middle school in Galveston, TX, part of GALVESTON ISD. Central Middle serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,486 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Central Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Central 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.
32% of students at Central 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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Central Middle — Students at Central Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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 Central Middle Compares
See how Central 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
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AUSTIN MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRY INT (rated 6.2/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Texas City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WEIS (rated 3.9/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Galveston | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL Galveston | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| BALL H S Galveston | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Galveston | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL Galveston | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WEIS Galveston | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 9.1 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 9.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 9.3 mi | — |
| FRY INT Texas City | 9.6 mi | 6.2 |
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|---|---|
| AGUIRRE J H Houston, TX | 5.6 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle, TX | 5.6 |
| ARMANDO CUELLAR MIDDLE Weslaco, TX | 5.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Irving, TX | 5.6 |
| BAILEY MIDDLE Austin, TX | 5.6 |
| BAYSIDE INT League City, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Middle
What grades does Central Middle serve?
Central Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Central Middle?
Central Middle has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Middle is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Middle rank in TX?
Central Middle ranks #5,486 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Central Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Central Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Central Middle a charter school?
No, Central Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Middle a Title I school?
No, Central Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Middle?
82.6% of students at Central 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
- 826
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (409) 761-6200
Resources & Links
District
GALVESTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,446
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,846
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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