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#6576 of 8,552 schools in TX

Spring Woods Middle

Middle School · SPRING BRANCH ISD

9810 NEUENS, Houston, TX 77080

Enrollment

726

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,576 of 8,552

In Houston

#509 of 723

public schools

In district

#37 of 45

SPRING BRANCH ISD

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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4.9/10

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

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About Spring Woods Middle

Spring Woods Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of SPRING BRANCH ISD. Spring Woods Middle serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Woods Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,576 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Woods Middle show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Spring Woods 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 Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,599
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

Spring Woods Middle — Students at Spring Woods Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 45.4% (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
64%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
13.7%
ELA
30.8%
2024
Math
26%
ELA
33%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Spring Woods Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in TX
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

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

9810 NEUENS, Houston, TX 77080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Woods Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CORNERSTONE ACADEMY (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRING OAKS MIDDLE (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHBROOK MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PINE SHADOWS EL Houston 0.2 mi 7.7
NORTHBROOK H S Houston 0.6 mi 5.3
SPRING SHADOWS EL Houston 0.9 mi 4.2
SPRING WOODS H S Houston 0.9 mi 6.1
BUFFALO CREEK EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.4
WOODVIEW EL Houston 1.2 mi 5.0
THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL Houston 1.0 mi 3.6
NORTHBROOK MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 6.0
SPRING OAKS MIDDLE Houston 1.2 mi 6.5
TERRACE EL Houston 1.3 mi 7.3
SPRING BRANCH EL Houston 1.2 mi 7.6
WESTWOOD EL Houston 1.4 mi 6.4
ILM ACADEMY Houston 1.6 mi 7.8
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston 1.6 mi 9.6
SHADOW OAKS EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.8
ST JEROME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 1.6 mi 7.2
THE HUB HOUSTON INC. Houston 1.9 mi
EDGEWOOD EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.5
THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi 3.6
ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 2.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,056

Median Home Value

$311,600

Median Rent

$1,253/mo

Population

49,064

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Woods Middle

What grades does Spring Woods Middle serve?

Spring Woods Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Spring Woods Middle?

Spring Woods Middle has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Woods Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Woods Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Woods Middle rank in TX?

Spring Woods Middle ranks #6,576 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Spring Woods Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Woods Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Spring Woods Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Woods Middle has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Spring Woods Middle a charter school?

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

Is Spring Woods Middle a Title I school?

No, Spring Woods Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

96.0% of students at Spring Woods 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
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

SPRING BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
33,407
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,599
District Rank
#37 of 45

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