Below Average
#7492 of 8,552 schools in TX
Stelle Claughton Middle
Middle School · SPRING ISD
3000 SPEARS RD, Houston, TX 77067
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,492 of 8,552
In Houston
#609 of 723
public schools
In district
#27 of 41
SPRING ISD
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About Stelle Claughton Middle
Stelle Claughton Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of SPRING ISD. Stelle Claughton Middle serves approximately 898 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Stelle Claughton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,492 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Stelle Claughton Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Stelle Claughton 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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Stelle Claughton Middle — Students at Stelle Claughton Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
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: 3.4/10.
How Stelle Claughton Middle Compares
See how Stelle Claughton 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
3000 SPEARS RD, Houston, TX 77067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stelle Claughton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRING LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA SPEARS COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DELORAS E THOMPSON EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - FALLBROOK Lewisville | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| DONNA LEWIS EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JOAN LINK EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| HERITAGE EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| TWO DIMENSIONS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 2.1 |
| IDEA SPEARS ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA SPEARS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SPRING LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| CONLEY EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CLARK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| BENEKE EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| KAISER EL Klein | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENRICHMENT - HOUSTON Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY-HOUSTON Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ADVANCEMENT-HOUSTON Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MOMENTUM H S Houston | 2.2 mi | — |
| KLEIN FOREST H S Klein | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,278
Median Home Value
$174,600
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
31,800
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
32
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| CHARLES E PATTERSON MIDDLE Killeen, TX | 4.1 |
| CRAIG MIDDLE Abilene, TX | 4.1 |
| DESSAU MIDDLE Austin, TX | 4.1 |
| HOWELL MIDDLE Victoria, TX | 4.1 |
| HUFFINES MIDDLE Lewisville, TX | 4.1 |
| JACKSONVILLE MIDDLE Jacksonville, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stelle Claughton Middle
What grades does Stelle Claughton Middle serve?
Stelle Claughton Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Stelle Claughton Middle?
Stelle Claughton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 898 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stelle Claughton Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Stelle Claughton Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stelle Claughton Middle rank in TX?
Stelle Claughton Middle ranks #7,492 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Stelle Claughton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Stelle Claughton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Stelle Claughton Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stelle Claughton Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stelle Claughton Middle a charter school?
No, Stelle Claughton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stelle Claughton Middle a Title I school?
No, Stelle Claughton Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stelle Claughton Middle?
96.3% of students at Stelle Claughton 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
- 898
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (281) 891-7650
Resources & Links
District
SPRING ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,935
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,710
- District Rank
- #27 of 41
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