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#961 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 11% in state

Douglas Benold Middle

Middle School · GEORGETOWN ISD

3407 NORTHWEST BLVD, Georgetown, TX 78628

Enrollment

669

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Georgetown

#1 of 23

public schools

Texas middle schools

#181 of 1,693

In district

#1 of 18

GEORGETOWN ISD

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Douglas Benold Middle

Douglas Benold Middle School serves 669 students in grades 6-8 in Georgetown, Texas, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranking in the 91st percentile statewide at #798 out of 8,598 Texas schools, the school demonstrates strong academic achievement across its programs. The school maintains a favorable 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio with 53 full-time equivalent teachers, supporting personalized learning for its middle school students.

Academic performance is solid, with 51% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 52% meeting proficiency standards in Mathematics across all grade levels. Douglas Benold Middle School is located on Northwest Boulevard in an affluent Georgetown neighborhood where families value education highly. The surrounding 78628 zip code area reflects this commitment, with 52% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $111,491.

The community enjoys a low poverty rate of just 5.5% and median home values of $419,900, indicating a stable, well-established residential area. The school operates within Georgetown's small city environment, providing students with both educational excellence and the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere in one of Texas's fastest-growing regions.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency50%
Overall Proficiency51%
Expected (poverty-adj.)56%
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,115

Douglas Benold Middle — Students at Douglas Benold Middle score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 51.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
50%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Douglas Benold Middle Compares

See how Douglas Benold Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
89th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
7.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers

Location

3407 NORTHWEST BLVD, Georgetown, TX 78628

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas Benold Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHARLES A FORBES MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JAMES TIPPIT MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FROST EL Georgetown 0.2 mi 6.2
GATEWAY TECH H S Georgetown 0.7 mi 4.9
CHIP RICHARTE H S Georgetown 1.5 mi 6.2
GEORGETOWN H S Georgetown 1.5 mi 6.8
RAYE MCCOY EL Georgetown 1.8 mi 7.7
GOODWATER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Georgetown 2.1 mi 2.6
VILLAGE EL Georgetown 2.3 mi 7.0
PAT COOPER EL Georgetown 2.4 mi 6.3
CHARLES A FORBES MIDDLE Georgetown 2.5 mi 7.5
JO ANN FORD EL Georgetown 2.6 mi 7.5
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY EDUCATION Georgetown 3.0 mi
GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Georgetown 3.1 mi
ANNIE PURL EL Georgetown 3.4 mi 6.3
WOLF RANCH EL Georgetown 3.5 mi 7.1
ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Georgetown 3.5 mi 6.6
GRACE ACADEMY OF GEORGETOWN Georgetown 3.7 mi 4.4
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Georgetown 4.0 mi 5.0
GEORGETOWN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INSTITUTE Austin 4.0 mi
JAMES TIPPIT MIDDLE Georgetown 4.0 mi 7.3
STEP - JJAEP Florence 4.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,198

Median Home Value

$467,700

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

44,821

College Educated

53.1%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

41.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Douglas Benold Middle has a median household income of $117,198. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $467,700, with a median rent of $1,552/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BROWNWOOD MIDDLE Brownwood, TX 8.1
COPPERAS COVE J H Copperas Cove, TX 8.1
EVANS EL Bonham, TX 8.1
HILLSBORO INT Hillsboro, TX 8.1
KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas, TX 8.1
KILLOUGH MIDDLE Houston, TX 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas Benold Middle

What grades does Douglas Benold Middle serve?

Douglas Benold Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Douglas Benold Middle?

Douglas Benold Middle has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Benold Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Benold Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas Benold Middle rank in TX?

Douglas Benold Middle is ranked #961 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Douglas Benold Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas Benold Middle has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Douglas Benold Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Douglas Benold Middle has 51.5% math proficiency and 51.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Douglas Benold Middle a charter school?

No, Douglas Benold Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglas Benold Middle a Title I school?

No, Douglas Benold Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas Benold Middle?

27.5% of students at Douglas Benold 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,362/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Georgetown). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Williamson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

GEORGETOWN ISD
District Enrollment
13,472
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,236
District Rank
#1 of 18

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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