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Marble Falls Middle

Middle School · MARBLE FALLS ISD

1511 PONY CIR, Marble Falls, TX 78654

Enrollment

890

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,367 of 8,552

In Marble Falls

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

MARBLE FALLS ISD

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Marble Falls Middle

5.7/10

Middle School in Marble Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Marble Falls Middle

Marble Falls Middle is a public middle school in Marble Falls, TX, part of MARBLE FALLS ISD. Marble Falls Middle serves approximately 890 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Marble Falls Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,367 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Marble Falls Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Marble Falls Middle — Students at Marble Falls Middle score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
28.7%
ELA
43.5%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
48%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Marble Falls Middle Compares

See how Marble Falls Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1511 PONY CIR, Marble Falls, TX 78654

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marble Falls Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAGO VISTA MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Lago Vista), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BURNET MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Burnet), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Marble Falls, see our Marble Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MARBLE FALLS EL Marble Falls 0.4 mi 4.9
FALLS CAREER H S Marble Falls 0.7 mi 5.9
TIERRA VISTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Marble Falls 0.9 mi
MARBLE FALLS H S Marble Falls 1.6 mi 6.6
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls 1.9 mi 5.7
COLT EL Marble Falls 2.4 mi 5.8
FAITH ACADEMY OF MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls 3.0 mi 5.7
HIGHLAND LAKES EL Granite Shoals 5.8 mi 4.0
SPICEWOOD EL Spicewood 10.8 mi 8.7
PACKSADDLE EL Kingsland 10.9 mi 4.6
KINGSLAND SCHOOL Kingsland 11.4 mi 5.8
QUEST H S Burnet 12.9 mi 6.9
RJ RICHEY EL Burnet 13.3 mi 4.4
SHADY GROVE EL Burnet 13.4 mi 5.7
BURNET MIDDLE Burnet 13.5 mi 4.9
BURNET H S Burnet 13.8 mi 5.9
BERTRAM EL Bertram 17.5 mi 3.2
WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL Spicewood 19.9 mi 5.1
LAGO VISTA MIDDLE Lago Vista 19.3 mi 7.0
LAGO VISTA INT Lago Vista 19.4 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78654 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,669

Median Home Value

$315,200

Median Rent

$1,404/mo

Population

19,946

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

43.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALVARADO J H Alvarado, TX 5.7
ARTHUR L DAVILA MIDDLE Bryan, TX 5.7
AZLE EL Azle, TX 5.7
BLOCKER MIDDLE Texas City, TX 5.7
BOBBY SHAW MIDDLE Pasadena, TX 5.7
EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston, TX 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marble Falls Middle

What grades does Marble Falls Middle serve?

Marble Falls Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Marble Falls Middle?

Marble Falls Middle has an enrollment of approximately 890 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marble Falls Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Marble Falls Middle is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marble Falls Middle rank in TX?

Marble Falls Middle ranks #5,367 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Marble Falls Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Marble Falls Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Marble Falls Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marble Falls Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Marble Falls Middle a charter school?

No, Marble Falls Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marble Falls Middle a Title I school?

No, Marble Falls Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marble Falls Middle?

68.9% of students at Marble Falls 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

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
890
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Burnet County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

MARBLE FALLS ISD
District Enrollment
4,048
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,942
District Rank
#5 of 7

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