Below Average
#6475 of 8,552 schools in TX
Houston Middle
Middle School · AMARILLO ISD
815 INDEPENDENCE, Amarillo, TX 79106
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,475 of 8,552
In Amarillo
#63 of 74
public schools
In district
#46 of 54
AMARILLO ISD
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Houston Middle
Middle School in Amarillo · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Houston Middle
Houston Middle is a public middle school in Amarillo, TX, part of AMARILLO ISD. Houston Middle serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,475 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Houston Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Houston 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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Houston Middle — Students at Houston Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 4.6/10.
How Houston Middle Compares
See how Houston 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
815 INDEPENDENCE, Amarillo, TX 79106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CROCKETT MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AUSTIN MIDDLE (rated 5.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLS EL Amarillo | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY Amarillo | 0.6 mi | — |
| SAN JACINTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Amarillo | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Amarillo | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| TASCOSA H S Amarillo | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| AVONDALE EL Amarillo | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Amarillo | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Amarillo | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BIVINS EL Amarillo | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| OLSEN PARK EL Amarillo | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PREMIER H S OF AMARILLO Lewisville | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Amarillo | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Amarillo | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY Amarillo | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CORONADO EL Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARYS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Amarillo | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| WOLFLIN EL Amarillo | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTH HEIGHTS ALTER Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Amarillo | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PARAMOUNT TERRACE EL Amarillo | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,407
Median Home Value
$163,100
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
27,900
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston Middle
What grades does Houston Middle serve?
Houston Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Houston Middle?
Houston Middle has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston Middle is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston Middle rank in TX?
Houston Middle ranks #6,475 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Houston Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Houston Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Houston Middle a charter school?
No, Houston Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houston Middle a Title I school?
No, Houston Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston Middle?
86.7% of students at Houston 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Potter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (806) 326-3600
Resources & Links
District
AMARILLO ISD- District Enrollment
- 29,729
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,802
- District Rank
- #46 of 54
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