Below Average
#7405 of 8,552 schools in TX
Craig Middle
Middle School · ABILENE ISD
702 S JUDGE ELY BLVD, Abilene, TX 79601
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,405 of 8,552
In Abilene
#24 of 32
public schools
In district
#16 of 24
ABILENE ISD
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Craig Middle
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About Craig Middle
Craig Middle is a public middle school in Abilene, TX, part of ABILENE ISD. Craig Middle serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Craig Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,405 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Craig Middle show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Craig 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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Craig Middle — Students at Craig Middle score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
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: 2.9/10.
How Craig Middle Compares
See how Craig 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
702 S JUDGE ELY BLVD, Abilene, TX 79601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Craig Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY FOR TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH & SCIENCE (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODSON CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KENLEY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Abilene, see our Abilene schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MULLIN NEW HORIZONS ABILIENE Mullin | 0.7 mi | — |
| THOMAS EL Abilene | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| WOODSON CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE Abilene | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| TAYLOR EL Abilene | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ACADEMY FOR TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH & SCIENCE Abilene | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| DAEP Abilene | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Abilene | 2.2 mi | — |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Abilene | 2.2 mi | — |
| TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Merkel | 2.2 mi | — |
| ABILENE JUNIOR ACADEMY Abilene | 2.3 mi | — |
| ABILENE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Abilene | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BOWIE EL Abilene | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE San Angelo | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| MARTINEZ EL Abilene | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| KENLEY SCHOOL Abilene | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ABILENE H S Abilene | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WYLIE EAST INT Abilene | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Abilene | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Abilene | 3.4 mi | — |
| COOPER H S Abilene | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,515
Median Home Value
$182,900
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
26,917
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
13.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Craig Middle
What grades does Craig Middle serve?
Craig Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Craig Middle?
Craig Middle has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Craig Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Craig Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Craig Middle rank in TX?
Craig Middle ranks #7,405 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Craig Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Craig Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Craig Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Craig Middle has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Craig Middle a charter school?
No, Craig Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Craig Middle a Title I school?
No, Craig Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Craig Middle?
72.9% of students at Craig 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
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Taylor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (325) 794-4100
Resources & Links
District
ABILENE ISD- District Enrollment
- 14,652
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,604
- District Rank
- #16 of 24
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