Below Average
#7475 of 8,552 schools in TX
Dessau Middle
Middle School · PFLUGERVILLE ISD
12900 DESSAU RD, Austin, TX 78754
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,475 of 8,552
In Austin
#182 of 241
public schools
In district
#27 of 32
PFLUGERVILLE ISD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Dessau Middle
Dessau Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of PFLUGERVILLE ISD. Dessau Middle serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dessau Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,475 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dessau Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Dessau 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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Dessau Middle — Students at Dessau Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
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: 2.8/10.
How Dessau Middle Compares
See how Dessau 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
12900 DESSAU RD, Austin, TX 78754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dessau Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BASIS PFLUGERVILLE (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pflugerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA PARMER PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILHELMINA DELCO EL Austin | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| DESSAU EL Austin | 0.2 mi | 2.4 |
| IDEA PARMER PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| IDEA PARMER PARK ACADEMY Austin | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| WIELAND EL Pflugerville | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| RUTH BARRON EL Pflugerville | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA PFLUGERVILLE ACADEMY Pflugerville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| IDEA PFLUGERVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pflugerville | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BASIS PFLUGERVILLE Pflugerville | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BASIS PFLUGERVILLE PRI Pflugerville | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NYOS LAMAR SECONDARY Austin | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NYOS LAMAR EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PIONEER CROSSING EL Austin | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH SCHOOL Round Rock | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GRAHAM EL Austin | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| JOHN B CONNALLY H S Austin | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PFLUGERVILLE EL Pflugerville | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| VALOR NORTH AUSTIN Austin | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BRENTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Austin | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,964
Median Home Value
$318,900
Median Rent
$1,704/mo
Population
31,410
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dessau Middle
What grades does Dessau Middle serve?
Dessau Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dessau Middle?
Dessau Middle has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dessau Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Dessau Middle is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dessau Middle rank in TX?
Dessau Middle ranks #7,475 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dessau Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Dessau 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 Dessau Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dessau Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dessau Middle a charter school?
No, Dessau Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dessau Middle a Title I school?
No, Dessau Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dessau Middle?
82.9% of students at Dessau 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
- 655
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (512) 594-2600
Resources & Links
District
PFLUGERVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 25,297
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,528
- District Rank
- #27 of 32
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