Needs Improvement
#8042 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cullen Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
6900 SCOTT ST, Houston, TX 77021
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,042 of 8,552
In Houston
#667 of 723
public schools
In district
#251 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Cullen Middle
Cullen Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Cullen Middle serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cullen Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,042 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cullen Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Cullen Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
80% of students at Cullen 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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Cullen Middle — Students at Cullen Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
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: 3.2/10.
How Cullen Middle Compares
See how Cullen 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
6900 SCOTT ST, Houston, TX 77021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cullen Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ATTUCKS MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOSTER EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WHIDBY EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HARTSFIELD EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MELINDA WEBB SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ATTUCKS MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| YOUNG EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| LOCKHART EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | — |
| JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP PEACE EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| KELSO EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,034
Median Home Value
$203,900
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
24,884
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.7%
Median Age
36.8
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| WILLIAMS MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.4 |
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| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto, TX | 3.3 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville, TX | 3.2 |
| ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MIDDLE N. Richland Hills, TX | 3.2 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cullen Middle
What grades does Cullen Middle serve?
Cullen Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cullen Middle?
Cullen Middle has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cullen Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Cullen Middle is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cullen Middle rank in TX?
Cullen Middle ranks #8,042 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cullen Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Cullen Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Cullen Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cullen Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cullen Middle a charter school?
No, Cullen Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cullen Middle a Title I school?
No, Cullen Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cullen Middle?
99.7% of students at Cullen 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
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.0%
- Phone
- (713) 746-8180
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #251 of 272
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