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#5668 of 8,552 schools in TX
Key Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
4000 KELLEY ST, Houston, TX 77026
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,668 of 8,552
In Houston
#414 of 723
public schools
In district
#150 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Key Middle
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About Key Middle
Key Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Key Middle serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Key Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,668 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Key Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
70% of students at Key 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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Key Middle — Students at Key Middle score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
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: 6.7/10.
How Key Middle Compares
See how Key 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
4000 KELLEY ST, Houston, TX 77026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Key Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BERRY EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERRERA EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOOSCAN EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| COOK JR EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| RODERICK R PAIGE EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| KASHMERE H S Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ISAACS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SMALL STEPS NURTURING CENTER - JENSEN Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON NORTH Houston | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| MCGOWEN EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| LOOSCAN EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BERRY EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MARTINEZ C EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HERRERA EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,835
Median Home Value
$104,800
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
20,536
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.2%
Median Age
36.5
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| BOWIE MIDDLE Amarillo, TX | 5.5 |
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| EAST MONTANA MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 5.5 |
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| G W HARBY J H Alvin, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Key Middle
What grades does Key Middle serve?
Key Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Key Middle?
Key Middle has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Key Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Key Middle is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Key Middle rank in TX?
Key Middle ranks #5,668 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Key Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Key Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Key Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Key Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Key Middle a charter school?
No, Key Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Key Middle a Title I school?
No, Key Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Key Middle?
98.7% of students at Key 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
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (713) 636-6000
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #150 of 272
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