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#5381 of 8,552 schools in TX
Earnesteen Milstead Middle
Middle School · PASADENA ISD
338 GILPIN ST, Houston, TX 77034
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,381 of 8,552
In Houston
#385 of 723
public schools
In district
#36 of 66
PASADENA ISD
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Earnesteen Milstead Middle
Earnesteen Milstead Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. Earnesteen Milstead Middle serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Earnesteen Milstead Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,381 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Earnesteen Milstead Middle show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Earnesteen Milstead 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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Earnesteen Milstead Middle — Students at Earnesteen Milstead Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
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: 4.1/10.
How Earnesteen Milstead Middle Compares
See how Earnesteen Milstead 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
338 GILPIN ST, Houston, TX 77034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Earnesteen Milstead Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MILLER INT (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores notably higher. Another option is ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTH HOUSTON INT (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby So Houston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARFIELD EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| FREEMAN EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| PEARL HALL EL So Houston | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| YES PREP - SOUTHEAST Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DARUL ARQAM SOUTHEAST Houston | 1.0 mi | — |
| SOUTHEAST EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON H S So Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| THOMAS HANCOCK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES OREM H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| YOUNG EL Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| MEADOR EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON - HOBBY Lewisville | 1.5 mi | 2.1 |
| GENOA EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MATTHYS EL South Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MILLER INT Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,516
Median Home Value
$178,100
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
37,185
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
33.3
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| ALVARADO J H Alvarado, TX | 5.7 |
| ANN M GARCIA-ENRIQUEZ MIDDLE San Elizario, TX | 5.7 |
| AZLE EL Azle, TX | 5.7 |
| BLOCKER MIDDLE Texas City, TX | 5.7 |
| BOBBY SHAW MIDDLE Pasadena, TX | 5.7 |
| G W KENNEMER MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Earnesteen Milstead Middle
What grades does Earnesteen Milstead Middle serve?
Earnesteen Milstead Middle serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Earnesteen Milstead Middle?
Earnesteen Milstead Middle has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Earnesteen Milstead Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Earnesteen Milstead Middle is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Earnesteen Milstead Middle rank in TX?
Earnesteen Milstead Middle ranks #5,381 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Earnesteen Milstead Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Earnesteen Milstead Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Earnesteen Milstead Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Earnesteen Milstead Middle has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Earnesteen Milstead Middle a charter school?
No, Earnesteen Milstead Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Earnesteen Milstead Middle a Title I school?
No, Earnesteen Milstead Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earnesteen Milstead Middle?
85.8% of students at Earnesteen Milstead 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 642
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (713) 740-5238
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #36 of 66
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