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Covington Middle
Middle School · AUSTIN ISD
3700 CONVICT HILL RD, Austin, TX 78749
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,503 of 8,552
In Austin
#111 of 241
public schools
In district
#49 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Covington Middle
Covington Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Covington Middle serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Covington Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,503 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Covington Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Covington 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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Covington Middle — Students at Covington Middle score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
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: 6.5/10.
How Covington Middle Compares
See how Covington 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
3700 CONVICT HILL RD, Austin, TX 78749
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Covington Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOWIE H S (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COWAN EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BOONE EL Austin | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PATTON EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SMALL MIDDLE Austin | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| COWAN EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTHWEST AUSTIN Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SUNSET VALLEY EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WAYSIDE EDEN PARK ACADEMY Austin | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| PARKSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI Austin | 2.3 mi | — |
| KOCUREK EL Austin | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| OAK HILL EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| BOWIE H S Austin | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CROCKETT ECHS Austin | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CASEY EL Austin | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,918
Median Home Value
$530,900
Median Rent
$1,843/mo
Population
34,939
College Educated
67.4%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
41.7
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| BAKER-KOONCE INT Carthage, TX | 6.2 |
| BARNETT J H Arlington, TX | 6.2 |
| CLINT J H SCHOOL El Paso, TX | 6.2 |
| FERRIS J H Ferris, TX | 6.2 |
| FINLEY J H Waxahachie, TX | 6.2 |
| FRY INT Texas City, TX | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Covington Middle
What grades does Covington Middle serve?
Covington Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Covington Middle?
Covington Middle has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Covington Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Covington Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Covington Middle rank in TX?
Covington Middle ranks #4,503 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Covington Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Covington Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Covington Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Covington Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Covington Middle a charter school?
No, Covington Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Covington Middle a Title I school?
No, Covington Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Covington Middle?
52.9% of students at Covington 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (512) 414-3276
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #49 of 118
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