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Travis Middle

Middle School · CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

705 N NUECES ST, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Enrollment

695

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,924 of 8,552

In Port Lavaca

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Travis Middle

5.3/10

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

Hope H S

5.2/10

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8.7/10

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About Travis Middle

Travis Middle is a public middle school in Port Lavaca, TX, part of CALHOUN COUNTY ISD. Travis Middle serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Travis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,924 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Travis Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,004
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Travis Middle — Students at Travis Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.3% (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
82%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
27.7%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Travis Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in TX
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

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

705 N NUECES ST, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Travis Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. INDUSTRIAL J H (rated 9.2/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Vanderbilt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLOOMINGTON J H (rated 2.7/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Port Lavaca, see our Port Lavaca schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HOPE H S Port Lavaca 0.3 mi 5.2
HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL Port Lavaca 0.4 mi 8.7
CALHOUN H S Port Lavaca 0.5 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF THE GULF CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Lavaca 0.6 mi 8.1
JACKSON/ROOSEVELT EL Port Lavaca 1.3 mi 7.8
INDUSTRIAL J H Vanderbilt 13.8 mi 9.2
INDUSTRIAL H S Vanderbilt 14.0 mi 8.0
INDUSTRIAL EL EAST Vanderbilt 14.0 mi 8.2
PLACEDO EL Placedo 12.9 mi 8.4
SEADRIFT SCHOOL Seadrift 15.0 mi 7.0
BLOOMINGTON H S Bloomington 13.8 mi 5.1
BLOOMINGTON J H Bloomington 13.8 mi 2.7
BLOOMINGTON EL Bloomington 15.7 mi 3.1
PORT O CONNOR SCHOOL Port O'Connor 17.9 mi 9.3
AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S Tivoli 19.1 mi 7.1
AUSTWELL-TIVOLI EL Tivoli 19.1 mi 8.0
INDUSTRIAL EL WEST Inez 21.4 mi 8.8
EDNA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edna 23.6 mi
EDNA H S Edna 23.9 mi 7.4
EDNA PRI Edna 24.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77979 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,877

Median Home Value

$137,700

Median Rent

$1,065/mo

Population

16,179

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

76%

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Travis Middle

What grades does Travis Middle serve?

Travis Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Travis Middle?

Travis Middle has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Travis Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Travis Middle is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Travis Middle rank in TX?

Travis Middle ranks #5,924 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Travis Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Travis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Travis Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Travis Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Travis Middle a charter school?

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

Is Travis Middle a Title I school?

No, Travis Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

62.4% of students at Travis 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Calhoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

CALHOUN COUNTY ISD
District Enrollment
3,533
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,004
District Rank
#6 of 7

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