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Pershing Middle

Middle School · HOUSTON ISD

3838 BLUE BONNET, Houston, TX 77025

Enrollment

1,270

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,723 of 8,552

In Houston

#310 of 723

public schools

In district

#116 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

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Pershing Middle

6.1/10

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

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About Pershing Middle

Pershing Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Pershing Middle serves approximately 1,270 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pershing Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,723 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Pershing Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Pershing Middle — Students at Pershing Middle score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (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
89%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
42.6%
ELA
60.9%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
61%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Pershing Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

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

3838 BLUE BONNET, Houston, TX 77025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pershing Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST UNIVERSITY EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HORN EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TWAIN EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TWAIN EL Houston 0.2 mi 8.5
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 0.3 mi 6.9
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 0.6 mi 6.1
WEST UNIVERSITY EL Houston 1.0 mi 8.9
LONGFELLOW EL Houston 1.1 mi 4.8
HORN EL Bellaire 1.1 mi 8.6
FAITH LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Bellaire 1.1 mi
RICE SCH /LA ESCUELA RICE Houston 1.1 mi 6.6
BETH YESHURUN DAY SCHOOL Houston 1.3 mi 4.6
KOLTER EL Houston 1.3 mi 8.5
THE POST OAK SCHOOL Bellaire 1.4 mi 6.5
THE POST OAK SCHOOL Bellaire 1.4 mi 6.0
EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL Bellaire 1.4 mi 6.2
SHEARN EL Houston 1.7 mi 2.3
PIN OAK MIDDLE Bellaire 1.6 mi 8.3
THE EMERY/WEINER SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi 6.3
THE EMERY/WEINER CENTER FOR JEWISH EDUCATION Houston 1.8 mi 6.4
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 1.9 mi 6.4
CHALLENGE EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston 1.8 mi 8.4
ALDINE J J A E P Houston 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,076

Median Home Value

$521,300

Median Rent

$1,484/mo

Population

29,177

College Educated

71.1%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pershing Middle

What grades does Pershing Middle serve?

Pershing Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pershing Middle?

Pershing Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pershing Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Pershing Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pershing Middle rank in TX?

Pershing Middle ranks #4,723 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Pershing Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Pershing Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Pershing Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pershing Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pershing Middle a charter school?

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

Is Pershing Middle a Title I school?

No, Pershing Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

60.1% of students at Pershing 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,270
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#116 of 272

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