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Field Middle

Middle School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

13551 DENNIS LN, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Enrollment

909

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,877 of 8,552

In Farmers Branch

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#22 of 38

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Field Middle

6.6/10

Middle School in Farmers Branch · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Farmers Branch EL

6.9/10

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About Field Middle

Field Middle is a public middle school in Farmers Branch, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Field Middle serves approximately 909 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,877 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Field Middle show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,227
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Field Middle — Students at Field Middle score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
36.1%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Field Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in TX
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13551 DENNIS LN, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Field Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PERRY MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POLK MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Farmers Branch, see our Farmers Branch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FARMERS BRANCH EL Farmers Branch 0.2 mi 6.9
MARY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmers Branch 0.7 mi 6.3
ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Farmers Branch 0.9 mi
ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas 0.9 mi
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH Farmers Branch 1.0 mi 3.7
BLAIR EL Farmers Branch 0.9 mi 9.0
STARK EL Farmers Branch 1.0 mi 5.8
CENTRAL EL Carrollton 1.2 mi 5.0
TURNER H S Carrollton 1.3 mi 5.4
MCLAUGHLIN STRICKLAND EL Farmers Branch 1.5 mi 5.1
PERRY MIDDLE Carrollton 1.8 mi 7.7
BRIDGEWAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas 1.5 mi 6.2
HUIE SPECIAL EDUC CTR Carrollton 1.9 mi 5.3
MARCUS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi 4.4
CHAPEL HILL PREPARATORY-A PERSONALIZED LRNING SCH Dallas 1.6 mi 6.7
GRIMES EDUCATION CENTER Carrollton 1.7 mi 6.1
CARROLLTON EL Carrollton 1.9 mi 6.3
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Farmers Branch 1.7 mi
POLK MIDDLE Carrollton 2.6 mi 5.6
EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL Dallas 2.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,585

Median Home Value

$314,300

Median Rent

$1,730/mo

Population

32,998

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Field Middle

What grades does Field Middle serve?

Field Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Field Middle?

Field Middle has an enrollment of approximately 909 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Field Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Field Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Field Middle rank in TX?

Field Middle ranks #3,877 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Field Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Field Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Field Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Field Middle has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Field Middle a charter school?

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

Is Field Middle a Title I school?

No, Field Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

79.2% of students at Field 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
24,386
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,227
District Rank
#22 of 38

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