Excellent
#113 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
La Grange Middle
Middle School · LA GRANGE ISD
P O BOX 100, La Grange, TX 78945
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In La Grange
#1 of 3
public schools
Texas middle schools
#29 of 1,693
In district
#1 of 3
LA GRANGE ISD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About La Grange Middle
La Grange Middle serves 310 seventh and eighth graders in La Grange, Texas. It runs as a regular public school with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9 to one — a tight setup that gives teachers more time with each student across both grade levels. Performance data puts the school in rare company.
MySchoolScout rates La Grange Middle 9.1 out of 10 — Exceptional — backed by a 9.2 academic score and a standout 9.5 growth score. That growth figure is the key signal: students here advance at a pace that exceeds almost every peer school in the state. Among 1,693 middle schools in Texas, La Grange Middle ranks 29th, placing it in the top 2 percent of its category.
Zoom out to the full Texas public school population and the standing holds. The school ranks 113th out of 8,547 public schools statewide and outperforms 99 percent of Texas. It also holds the top position among all three schools in La Grange.
For families evaluating where their student spends grades 7 and 8, every data point here points in the same direction.
Score Breakdown
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La Grange Middle — Students at La Grange Middle score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How La Grange Middle Compares
See how La Grange Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 59% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 46% (2019) to 55% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 100, La Grange, TX 78945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Grange Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEIMAR EL (rated 9.3/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Weimar), with a very similar rating. Another option is SCHULENBURG EL (rated 9.3/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Schulenburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WEIMAR H S (rated 9.1/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Weimar), with a very similar rating. For more schools in La Grange, see our La Grange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA GRANGE H S La Grange | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| LA GRANGE EL La Grange | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL La Grange | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF CENTRAL TEXAS Giddings | 11.2 mi | — |
| FAYETTEVILLE SCHOOLS Fayetteville | 11.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WEIMAR J H Weimar | 14.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WEIMAR H S Weimar | 14.5 mi | 9.1 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Weimar | 14.4 mi | 6.5 |
| WEIMAR EL Weimar | 14.5 mi | 9.3 |
| SCHULENBURG EL Schulenburg | 15.0 mi | 9.3 |
| SCHULENBURG SECONDARY Schulenburg | 15.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Schulenburg | 15.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ROUND TOP-CARMINE EL Round Top | 15.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SERBIN SCHOOL Giddings | 16.4 mi | 4.8 |
| LONE STAR H S SOUTHEAST Giddings | 18.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WHISPERING HILLS ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Flatonia | 17.5 mi | — |
| GIDDINGS EL Giddings | 19.1 mi | 6.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Giddings | 20.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SMITHVILLE EL Smithville | 18.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ROUND TOP-CARMINE H S Carmine | 20.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,221
Median Home Value
$299,500
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
10,459
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
49.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding La Grange Middle has a median household income of $76,221. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $299,500, with a median rent of $747/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALVORD MIDDLE Alvord, TX | 9.1 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE Clifton, TX | 9.1 |
| HEREFORD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Hereford, TX | 9.1 |
| WEST RUSK MIDDLE New London, TX | 9.1 |
| CALDWELL J H Caldwell, TX | 9.2 |
| HILLSBORO J H Hillsboro, TX | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Grange Middle
What grades does La Grange Middle serve?
La Grange Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend La Grange Middle?
La Grange Middle has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Grange Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at La Grange Middle is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Grange Middle rank in TX?
La Grange Middle is ranked #113 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is La Grange Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
La Grange Middle has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at La Grange Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, La Grange Middle has 60.5% math proficiency and 50.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is La Grange Middle a charter school?
No, La Grange Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Grange Middle a Title I school?
No, La Grange Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Grange Middle?
54.2% of students at La Grange 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (979) 968-4747
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LA GRANGE ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,926
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,000
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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