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Rick Schneider Middle

Middle School · PASADENA ISD

8420 EASTHAVEN BLVD, Houston, TX 77075

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,858 of 8,552

In Houston

#434 of 723

public schools

In district

#44 of 66

PASADENA ISD

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

Middle School in Houston · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rick Schneider Middle

Rick Schneider Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. Rick Schneider Middle serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rick Schneider Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,858 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Rick Schneider Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Rick Schneider Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

32% of students at Rick Schneider 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.78 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 Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,787
Chronic Absenteeism31.7%

Rick Schneider Middle — Students at Rick Schneider Middle score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (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
80%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
21.5%
ELA
33.4%
2024
Math
34%
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: 2.7/10.

How Rick Schneider Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

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

8420 EASTHAVEN BLVD, Houston, TX 77075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rick Schneider Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. YES PREP - HOBBY (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEVENSON MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PREMIER H S - HOUSTON - HOBBY Lewisville 0.3 mi 2.1
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON HOBBY Dallas 0.9 mi 2.8
SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston 0.8 mi 5.4
YES PREP - HOBBY Houston 0.9 mi 7.8
MATTHYS EL South Houston 1.0 mi 4.3
SOUTH HOUSTON EL So Houston 1.2 mi 3.4
FREEMAN EL Houston 1.1 mi 4.2
JESSUP EL Houston 1.3 mi 5.3
BETA ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 4.0
THOMAS HANCOCK EL Houston 1.3 mi 6.7
GARFIELD EL Houston 1.4 mi 4.2
KIPP CLIMB ACADEMY Houston 1.5 mi 6.6
KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 1.5 mi 6.7
ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES MIDDLE Houston 1.6 mi 5.5
ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.1
STEVENSON MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 5.9
ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES OREM H S Houston 1.7 mi 6.3
A & B NURSERY SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi
EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 5.7
PEARL HALL EL So Houston 1.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,509

Median Home Value

$219,900

Median Rent

$1,225/mo

Population

41,012

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

31.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rick Schneider Middle

What grades does Rick Schneider Middle serve?

Rick Schneider Middle serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Rick Schneider Middle?

Rick Schneider Middle has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rick Schneider Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Rick Schneider 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 Rick Schneider Middle rank in TX?

Rick Schneider Middle ranks #5,858 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Rick Schneider Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Rick Schneider Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Rick Schneider Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rick Schneider Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Rick Schneider Middle a charter school?

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

Is Rick Schneider Middle a Title I school?

No, Rick Schneider Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

92.5% of students at Rick Schneider 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

District

PASADENA ISD
District Enrollment
47,486
Schools in District
67
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,787
District Rank
#44 of 66

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