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#4148 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 49% in state
Giles Middle
Middle School · TEXAS CITY ISD
7451 MONTICELLO, Texas City, TX 77591
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,148 of 8,552
In Texas City
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
TEXAS CITY ISD
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Giles Middle
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About Giles Middle
Giles Middle is a public middle school in Texas City, TX, part of TEXAS CITY ISD. Giles Middle serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Giles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,148 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Giles Middle show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Giles Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
37% of students at Giles 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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Giles Middle — Students at Giles Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.1/10.
How Giles Middle Compares
See how Giles 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
7451 MONTICELLO, Texas City, TX 77591
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Giles Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.1/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Lamarque), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Texas City, see our Texas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIMMS EL Texas City | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LA MARQUE H S La Marque | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - MAINLAND Lewisville | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ASPIRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Texas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lamarque | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| HAYLEY EL La Marque | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GALVESTON CO JJAEP League City | 2.6 mi | — |
| TRANSFORMING LIVES COOPERATIVE (TLC) Dickinson | 2.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO DETENTION CTR Dickinson | 2.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Dickinson | 2.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Galveston | 2.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY J J A E P Texas City | 2.6 mi | — |
| HITCHCOCK HEADSTART Hitchcock | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| HITCHCOCK PRI Hitchcock | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| STEWART EL Hitchcock | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CROSBY MIDDLE Hitchcock | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| HITCHCOCK H S Hitchcock | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hitchcock | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HEIGHTS EL Texas City | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77591 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,010
Median Home Value
$204,900
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
16,840
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Giles Middle
What grades does Giles Middle serve?
Giles Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Giles Middle?
Giles Middle has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Giles Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Giles Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Giles Middle rank in TX?
Giles Middle ranks #4,148 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Giles Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Giles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Giles Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Giles Middle has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Giles Middle a charter school?
No, Giles Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Giles Middle a Title I school?
No, Giles Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Giles Middle?
89.4% of students at Giles 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
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (409) 938-4286
Resources & Links
District
TEXAS CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,874
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,461
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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