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#254 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 3% in state

George Dawson Middle

Middle School · CARROLL ISD

2400 N CARROLL AVE, Southlake, TX 76092

Enrollment

577

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

9.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#254 of 8,552

In Southlake

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

CARROLL ISD

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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George Dawson Middle

9.0/10

Middle School in Southlake · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About George Dawson Middle

George Dawson Middle is a public middle school in Southlake, TX, part of CARROLL ISD. George Dawson Middle serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. George Dawson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for George Dawson Middle show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency89% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+41.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.7 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,878
Chronic Absenteeism3.8%

George Dawson Middle — Students at George Dawson Middle score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 95.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 93.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
87.9%
ELA
91%
2024
Math
85%
ELA
89%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How George Dawson Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in TX
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

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

2400 N CARROLL AVE, Southlake, TX 76092

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Dawson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DON T DURHAM INT (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CROSS TIMBERS MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Gravevine), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EUBANKS INT (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Southlake, see our Southlake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
EUBANKS INT Southlake 0.1 mi 7.9
SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Southlake 0.7 mi
FUSION ACADEMY SLK: SOUTHLAKE Southlake 1.0 mi 6.6
OLD UNION EL Southlake 1.0 mi 9.4
IUNIVERSITY PREP Grapevine 1.1 mi 7.0
CARROLL MIDDLE Southlake 1.2 mi 7.7
GRAPEVINE H S Grapevine 1.5 mi 7.9
TIMBERLINE EL Grapevine 1.6 mi 4.7
CROSS TIMBERS MIDDLE Gravevine 1.7 mi 8.5
ROBERT H ROCKENBAUGH EL Southlake 1.5 mi 8.9
JACK D JOHNSON EL Southlake 1.7 mi 8.2
DOVE EL Grapevine 1.8 mi 5.6
CANNON EL Grapevine 1.7 mi 8.5
GRAPEVINE MIDDLE Grapevine 1.9 mi 7.7
GLENHOPE EL Colleyville 2.3 mi 9.2
CARROLL H S Southlake 2.3 mi 6.7
THE NOVUS ACADEMY Grapevine 2.7 mi 7.1
DON T DURHAM INT Southlake 2.6 mi 8.7
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grapevine 2.9 mi 6.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF GRAPEVINE COLLEYVILLE Grapevine 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$956,200

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

31,344

College Educated

74.7%

Homeownership

95.6%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

2%

Median Age

42.6

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School Rating
HARPOOL MIDDLE Lantana, TX 9.0
SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas, TX 9.0
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UPLIFT EDUCATION-NORTH HILLS PREP MIDDLE Dallas, TX 9.0
HUDSON MIDDLE Lufkin, TX 8.9
ROSEMONT UPPER Dallas, TX 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Dawson Middle

What grades does George Dawson Middle serve?

George Dawson Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend George Dawson Middle?

George Dawson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Dawson Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at George Dawson Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Dawson Middle rank in TX?

George Dawson Middle ranks #254 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is George Dawson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

George Dawson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 George Dawson Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Dawson Middle has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is George Dawson Middle a charter school?

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

Is George Dawson Middle a Title I school?

No, George Dawson Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

District

CARROLL ISD
District Enrollment
8,292
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,878
District Rank
#2 of 11

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