Below Average
#7238 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lancaster Middle
Middle School · LANCASTER ISD
822 W PLEASANT RUN RD, Lancaster, TX 75146
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,238 of 8,552
In Lancaster
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
LANCASTER ISD
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Lancaster Middle
Middle School in Lancaster · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center
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Pleasant Run EL
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About Lancaster Middle
Lancaster Middle is a public middle school in Lancaster, TX, part of LANCASTER ISD. Lancaster Middle serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lancaster Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,238 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lancaster Middle show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Lancaster Middle — Students at Lancaster Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
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: 5.0/10.
How Lancaster Middle Compares
See how Lancaster 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
822 W PLEASANT RUN RD, Lancaster, TX 75146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lancaster Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE (rated 5.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE (rated 5.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, G W CARVER 6TH GRADE STEM LEARNING CENTER (rated 4.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| G W CARVER 6TH GRADE STEM LEARNING CENTER Lancaster | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PLEASANT RUN EL Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| WEST MAIN EL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LANCASTER H S Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER EL Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HOUSTON EL Lancaster | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - GRANT EAST Dallas | 3.4 mi | 3.7 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 3.4 mi | 1.8 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 3.8 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
| KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 3.8 mi | — |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 3.9 mi | 2.3 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS H S Dallas | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,143
Median Home Value
$249,000
Median Rent
$1,560/mo
Population
25,804
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
33.7
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|---|---|
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| HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE Terrell, TX | 4.3 |
| HUNTSVILLE INT Huntsville, TX | 4.3 |
| NORTH BELTON MIDDLE Temple, TX | 4.3 |
| PAMPA J H Pampa, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lancaster Middle
What grades does Lancaster Middle serve?
Lancaster Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lancaster Middle?
Lancaster Middle has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lancaster Middle rank in TX?
Lancaster Middle ranks #7,238 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lancaster Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lancaster Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Lancaster Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lancaster Middle has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lancaster Middle a charter school?
No, Lancaster Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lancaster Middle a Title I school?
No, Lancaster Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lancaster Middle?
85.4% of students at Lancaster 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.1%
- Phone
- (972) 218-1660
Resources & Links
District
LANCASTER ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,014
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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