Tatum Middle

Tatum Middle serves 333 students in grades 6-8 in the rural community of Tatum, Texas. This public middle school has earned strong recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks in the 86th percentile statewide, placing it at #1170 among Texas's 8,598 schools. With 26 full-time equivalent teachers, Tatum Middle maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8 to 1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.

Academically, the school demonstrates solid performance with 56% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 51% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. The school serves families in a community where the median household income is $81,667 and median home values average $149,700. While 17% of residents face economic challenges, the community maintains stability with a mix of educational backgrounds, including 14% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Located at 510 Crystal Farms Road, Tatum Middle operates in Rusk County's rural setting, where the surrounding ZIP code area is home to approximately 4,547 residents. The school provides a close-knit educational environment that reflects the character of this East Texas community.

Located in a rural area, Tatum Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.