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#3463 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 41% in state

Jerry R Walker Middle

Middle School · LITTLE ELM ISD

P O BOX 6000, Little Elm, TX 75068

Enrollment

930

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,463 of 8,552

In Little Elm

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

LITTLE ELM ISD

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Jerry R Walker Middle

6.9/10

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

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About Jerry R Walker Middle

Jerry R Walker Middle is a public middle school in Little Elm, TX, part of LITTLE ELM ISD. Jerry R Walker Middle serves approximately 930 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jerry R Walker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,463 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Jerry R Walker Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,462
Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

Jerry R Walker Middle — Students at Jerry R Walker Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
29.6%
ELA
45.9%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
50%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Jerry R Walker Middle Compares

See how Jerry R Walker Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

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

P O BOX 6000, Little Elm, TX 75068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jerry R Walker Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RODRIGUEZ MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Oak Point), with a very similar rating. Another option is LOWELL H STRIKE MIDDLE (rated 6.8/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAKE DALLAS MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Dallas), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Little Elm, see our Little Elm schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH TEXAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-EAST CAMPUS Little Elm 0.5 mi 3.8
OAK POINT EL Oak Point 1.7 mi 5.1
CREEKWOOD SCHOOL Little Elm 1.7 mi
RODRIGUEZ MIDDLE Oak Point 2.4 mi 7.1
HACKBERRY EL Frisco 2.8 mi 5.0
CROSS OAKS EL Cross Roads 3.4 mi 4.1
CESAR CHAVEZ EL Little Elm 3.2 mi 3.7
LAKE DALLAS MIDDLE Lake Dallas 4.0 mi 5.9
SHADY SHORES EL Lake Dallas 3.9 mi 5.8
LAKE DALLAS EL Lake Dallas 4.1 mi 4.9
PROVIDENCE EL Aubrey 4.6 mi 3.4
LITTLE ELM H S Little Elm 4.1 mi 5.9
CATHERINE BELL EL Little Elm 4.5 mi 5.2
BETTYE MYERS MIDDLE Shady Shores 4.0 mi 4.6
STEPHENS EL Shady Shores 4.0 mi 5.0
PRESTWICK EL The Colony 4.4 mi 8.1
D H BRENT EL Little Elm 4.0 mi 5.4
LAKEVIEW EL Little Elm 4.3 mi 6.0
RAY BRASWELL H S Aubrey 4.8 mi 6.3
LOWELL H STRIKE MIDDLE Little Elm 4.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,341

Median Home Value

$386,300

Median Rent

$2,161/mo

Population

70,562

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

35.6

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B L GARZA MIDDLE Edinburg, TX 6.9
BELLVILLE J H Bellville, TX 6.9
FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston, TX 6.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jerry R Walker Middle

What grades does Jerry R Walker Middle serve?

Jerry R Walker Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jerry R Walker Middle?

Jerry R Walker Middle has an enrollment of approximately 930 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jerry R Walker Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Jerry R Walker Middle is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jerry R Walker Middle rank in TX?

Jerry R Walker Middle ranks #3,463 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Jerry R Walker Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Jerry R Walker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Jerry R Walker Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jerry R Walker Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Jerry R Walker Middle a charter school?

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

Is Jerry R Walker Middle a Title I school?

No, Jerry R Walker Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jerry R Walker Middle?

56.2% of students at Jerry R Walker 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
930
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

District

LITTLE ELM ISD
District Enrollment
8,211
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,462
District Rank
#2 of 9

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