Below Average
#6689 of 8,552 schools in TX
Red Oak Middle
Middle School · RED OAK ISD
P O BOX 9000, Red Oak, TX 75154
Enrollment
1,540
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,540
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,689 of 8,552
In Red Oak
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
RED OAK ISD
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Red Oak Middle
Middle School in Red Oak · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Red Oak Middle
Red Oak Middle is a public middle school in Red Oak, TX, part of RED OAK ISD. Red Oak Middle serves approximately 1,540 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Oak Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,689 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Red Oak Middle show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Red Oak Middle — Students at Red Oak Middle score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
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: 4.5/10.
How Red Oak Middle Compares
See how Red Oak 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
P O BOX 9000, Red Oak, TX 75154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Oak Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FINLEY J H (rated 6.2/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Waxahachie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIFE MIDDLE WAXAHACHIE (rated 5.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Oak, see our Red Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODEN EL Red Oak | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| RED OAK H S Red Oak | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| RED OAK EL Red Oak | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LIFE SCHOOL RED OAK Red Oak | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| EASTRIDGE EL Red Oak | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SHACKELFORD EL Waxahachie | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| LIFE MIDDLE WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| LIFE H S WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RUSSELL P SCHUPMANN EL Red Oak | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SHIELDS EL Red Oak | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 5.1 mi | 8.9 |
| SIMPSON EL Waxahachie | 5.2 mi | 8.7 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 5.4 mi | 1.8 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 5.4 mi | — |
| FINLEY J H Waxahachie | 5.9 mi | 6.2 |
| OVILLA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ovilla | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 5.7 mi | 2.8 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 6.1 mi | 2.3 |
| FELTY EL Waxahachie | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,150
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
50,178
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.1
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|---|---|
| ADAMS MIDDLE Alice, TX | 4.8 |
| BUDEWIG INT Houston, TX | 4.8 |
| MCMICHAEL MIDDLE Nacogdoches, TX | 4.8 |
| HUGHES MIDDLE Burleson, TX | 4.7 |
| KITTY HAWK MIDDLE Universal City, TX | 4.7 |
| LAMAR JH Rosenberg, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Oak Middle
What grades does Red Oak Middle serve?
Red Oak Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Red Oak Middle?
Red Oak Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Oak Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Oak Middle is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Oak Middle rank in TX?
Red Oak Middle ranks #6,689 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Red Oak Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Oak Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Red Oak Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Oak Middle has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Red Oak Middle a charter school?
No, Red Oak Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Oak Middle a Title I school?
No, Red Oak Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Oak Middle?
63.6% of students at Red Oak 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
- 1,540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ellis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (972) 617-0066
Resources & Links
District
RED OAK ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,592
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,825
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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