Below Average
#6746 of 8,552 schools in TX
Long Middle
Middle School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
2525 FRANKFORD, Dallas, TX 75287
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,746 of 8,552
In Dallas
#298 of 374
public schools
In district
#35 of 38
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Long Middle
Long Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Long Middle serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,746 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Long Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Long Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at Long 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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Long Middle — Students at Long Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 2.5/10.
How Long Middle Compares
See how Long 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
2525 FRANKFORD, Dallas, TX 75287
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MCCOY EL (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOMESTEAD EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIFE SCHOOL CARROLLTON (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Red Oak), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHEFFIELD EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| FURNEAUX EL Carrollton | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MCKAMY EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| THOMPSON EL Carrollton | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CHOICES LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| LIFE SCHOOL CARROLLTON Red Oak | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLY COVENANT EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Carrollton | 1.1 mi | — |
| MCWHORTER EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| BLANTON EL Carrollton | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DAVIS EL Carrollton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY- CARROLLTON Lewisville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JERRY R JUNKINS EL Carrollton | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SALAZAR DISTRICT ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM Carrollton | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| BLALACK MIDDLE Carrollton | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| HOMESTEAD EL Carrollton | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| TRIVIUM ACADEMY Carrollton | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SMITH H S Carrollton | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| COUNTRY PLACE EL Carrollton | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| MITCHELL EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MCCOY EL Carrollton | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75287 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,538
Median Home Value
$389,400
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
52,727
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.9
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| BANDERA MIDDLE Bandera, TX | 4.7 |
| CANYON HILLS MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 4.7 |
| FANNIN MIDDLE Amarillo, TX | 4.7 |
| G W CARVER 6TH GRADE STEM LEARNING CENTER Lancaster, TX | 4.7 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Liberty, TX | 4.7 |
| LITTLE CYPRESS J H Orange, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Middle
What grades does Long Middle serve?
Long Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Long Middle?
Long Middle has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Middle is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Middle rank in TX?
Long Middle ranks #6,746 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Long Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Long Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Long Middle a charter school?
No, Long Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Middle a Title I school?
No, Long Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Middle?
85.5% of students at Long 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
- 532
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (972) 662-4100
Resources & Links
District
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,227
- District Rank
- #35 of 38
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