Needs Improvement
#8455 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kirby Middle
Middle School · WICHITA FALLS ISD
1715 N LOOP 11, Wichita Falls, TX 76306
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
2.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
2.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,455 of 8,552
In Wichita Falls
#23 of 24
public schools
In district
#20 of 21
WICHITA FALLS ISD
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Kirby Middle
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About Kirby Middle
Kirby Middle is a public middle school in Wichita Falls, TX, part of WICHITA FALLS ISD. Kirby Middle serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirby Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,455 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kirby Middle show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Kirby 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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Kirby Middle — Students at Kirby Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 1.8/10.
How Kirby Middle Compares
See how Kirby 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
1715 N LOOP 11, Wichita Falls, TX 76306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirby Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CITY VIEW JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHEPPARD AFB EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WICHITA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wichita Falls, see our Wichita Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BURGESS EL Wichita Falls | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HIRSCHI H S Wichita Falls | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CITY VIEW EL Wichita Falls | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CITY VIEW JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH Wichita Falls | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SCOTLAND PARK EL Wichita Falls | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| SHEPPARD AFB EL Wichita Falls | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| IOWA PARK JJAEP Iowa Park | 2.1 mi | — |
| WICHITA CO JJAEP Burkburnett | 2.3 mi | — |
| WICHITA COUNTY J J A E P Wichita Falls | 2.3 mi | — |
| WICHITA COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE AEP Wichita Falls | 2.3 mi | — |
| JOHN G TOWER EL Wichita Falls | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CROCKETT EL Wichita Falls | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ZUNDELOWITZ EL Wichita Falls | 3.1 mi | 2.3 |
| WICHITA FALLS H S Wichita Falls | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| PREMIER H S - WICHITA FALLS Lewisville | 3.4 mi | — |
| FRANKLIN EL Wichita Falls | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BROOK VILLAGE EARLY CHILDHOOD Wichita Falls | 3.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BARWISE MIDDLE Wichita Falls | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BOOKER T WASHINGTON EL Wichita Falls | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| WICHITA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wichita Falls | 4.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,004
Median Home Value
$105,500
Median Rent
$884/mo
Population
14,487
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
56.3%
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
33.5
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|---|---|
| LOWELL MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.5 |
| WEDGWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 2.5 |
| GUILLEN MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 2.6 |
| KIPP AUSTIN BEACON PREP Austin, TX | 2.6 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.7 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirby Middle
What grades does Kirby Middle serve?
Kirby Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Kirby Middle?
Kirby Middle has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirby Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirby Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kirby Middle rank in TX?
Kirby Middle ranks #8,455 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kirby Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirby Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Kirby Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kirby Middle has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kirby Middle a charter school?
No, Kirby Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kirby Middle a Title I school?
No, Kirby Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kirby Middle?
91.5% of students at Kirby 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
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wichita County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (940) 235-1113
Resources & Links
District
WICHITA FALLS ISD- District Enrollment
- 12,868
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,200
- District Rank
- #20 of 21
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