Below Average
#7157 of 8,552 schools in TX
Edwin M Wells Middle
Middle School · SPRING ISD
4033 GLADERIDGE DR, Houston, TX 77068
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,157 of 8,552
In Houston
#575 of 723
public schools
In district
#20 of 41
SPRING ISD
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About Edwin M Wells Middle
Edwin M Wells Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of SPRING ISD. Edwin M Wells Middle serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Edwin M Wells Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,157 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Edwin M Wells Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Edwin M Wells 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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Edwin M Wells Middle — Students at Edwin M Wells Middle score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 4.8/10.
How Edwin M Wells Middle Compares
See how Edwin M Wells 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
4033 GLADERIDGE DR, Houston, TX 77068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edwin M Wells Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KLEB INT (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WUNDERLICH INT (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAT REYNOLDS EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SST CHAMPIONS San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PREMIER H S-HOUSTON (CHAMPIONS) Lewisville | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MOMENTUM H S Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| BENEKE EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| YEAGER EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| KAISER EL Klein | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| THE GREENWOOD PRESCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | — |
| MITTELSTADT EL Klein | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ARROW ACADEMY - CHAMPIONS ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTHWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GREENWOOD FOREST EL Klein | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Spring | 1.8 mi | — |
| WUNDERLICH INT Klein | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| K E KAUFMAN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Klein | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SPELL WELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spring | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| KLEIN FOREST H S Klein | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| KLEIN H S Klein | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| KLEB INT Klein | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE Houston | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,873
Median Home Value
$312,400
Median Rent
$1,345/mo
Population
12,289
College Educated
34.5%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
34.7
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| CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE Glenn Heights, TX | 4.4 |
| GONZALES J H Gonzales, TX | 4.4 |
| HUFFMAN MIDDLE Huffman, TX | 4.4 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edwin M Wells Middle
What grades does Edwin M Wells Middle serve?
Edwin M Wells Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Edwin M Wells Middle?
Edwin M Wells Middle has an enrollment of approximately 841 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edwin M Wells Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Edwin M Wells Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edwin M Wells Middle rank in TX?
Edwin M Wells Middle ranks #7,157 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Edwin M Wells Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Edwin M Wells Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Edwin M Wells Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edwin M Wells Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edwin M Wells Middle a charter school?
No, Edwin M Wells Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edwin M Wells Middle a Title I school?
No, Edwin M Wells Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edwin M Wells Middle?
93.3% of students at Edwin M Wells 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
- 841
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.3%
- Phone
- (281) 891-7750
Resources & Links
District
SPRING ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,935
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,710
- District Rank
- #20 of 41
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