Needs Improvement
#7984 of 8,552 schools in TX
Navarro Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
5100 POLK ST, Houston, TX 77023
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,984 of 8,552
In Houston
#660 of 723
public schools
In district
#248 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Navarro Middle
Navarro Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Navarro Middle serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Navarro Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,984 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Navarro Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Navarro 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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Navarro Middle — Students at Navarro Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
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: 2.8/10.
How Navarro Middle Compares
See how Navarro 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
5100 POLK ST, Houston, TX 77023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Navarro Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS (rated 3.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EASTWOOD ACADEMY Houston | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| COMMUNITY SERVICES-SEC Houston | 0.3 mi | 2.5 |
| AUSTIN H S Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| CAGE EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP EAST END H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LANTRIP EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HENDERSON J EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| BURNET EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CARRILLO EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| TIJERINA EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,018
Median Home Value
$279,300
Median Rent
$1,079/mo
Population
24,962
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JAMES FANNIN MIDDLE Grand Prairie, TX | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Port Arthur, TX | 3.5 |
| LONGFELLOW MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.5 |
| SLAYTER CREEK MIDDLE Anna, TX | 3.5 |
| UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 3.5 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Navarro Middle
What grades does Navarro Middle serve?
Navarro Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Navarro Middle?
Navarro Middle has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Navarro Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Navarro Middle is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Navarro Middle rank in TX?
Navarro Middle ranks #7,984 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Navarro Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Navarro Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Navarro Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Navarro Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Navarro Middle a charter school?
No, Navarro Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Navarro Middle a Title I school?
No, Navarro Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Navarro Middle?
99.0% of students at Navarro 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
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (713) 924-1760
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #248 of 272
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