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#1301 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 15% in state

W E Pete Ford Middle

Middle School · ALLEN ISD

630 PARK PL DR, Allen, TX 75002

Enrollment

716

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,301 of 8,552

In Allen

#10 of 21

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

ALLEN ISD

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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W E Pete Ford Middle

8.1/10

Middle School in Allen · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About W E Pete Ford Middle

W E Pete Ford Middle is a public middle school in Allen, TX, part of ALLEN ISD. W E Pete Ford Middle serves approximately 716 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. W E Pete Ford Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,301 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for W E Pete Ford Middle show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,417
Chronic Absenteeism11.2%

W E Pete Ford Middle — Students at W E Pete Ford Middle score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 80.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 81.2% (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
97%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
58.5%
ELA
70.5%
2024
Math
62%
ELA
71%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How W E Pete Ford Middle Compares

See how W E Pete Ford Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
85th percentile in TX
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

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

630 PARK PL DR, Allen, TX 75002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W E Pete Ford Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DR E T BOON EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MAX O VAUGHAN EL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRANCES E NORTON EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Allen, see our Allen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MAX O VAUGHAN EL Allen 0.7 mi 8.4
ALTON BOYD EL Allen 0.8 mi 4.2
LOWERY FRESHMAN CENTER Allen 0.9 mi 6.3
THE ACADEMY AT CHURCH ELEVEN32 Allen 1.0 mi 4.8
DISCOVERY DAYS Allen 1.0 mi
ALLEN H S Allen 1.3 mi 6.6
GENE M REED EL Allen 1.4 mi 6.2
BOLIN EL Parker 1.3 mi 7.6
ALVIS C STORY EL Allen 1.6 mi 5.3
OAK BROOK SCHOOL ALLEN Allen 1.9 mi 6.2
MCCALL EL Plano 2.0 mi 8.3
WALTER & LOIS CURTIS MIDDLE Allen 1.8 mi 8.0
CARLENA CHANDLER EL Allen 2.1 mi 8.1
JAMES AND MARGIE MARION EL Allen 2.4 mi 8.3
FRANCES E NORTON EL Allen 2.1 mi 8.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAST ALLEN Allen 2.3 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ALLEN Allen 2.4 mi 3.4
DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON EL Allen 2.5 mi 8.0
CREME DE LA CREME - ALLEN Allen 2.3 mi
DR E T BOON EL Allen 2.6 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,306

Median Home Value

$403,800

Median Rent

$1,967/mo

Population

73,295

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

39.8

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BEAR CREEK INT Keller, TX 8.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W E Pete Ford Middle

What grades does W E Pete Ford Middle serve?

W E Pete Ford Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend W E Pete Ford Middle?

W E Pete Ford Middle has an enrollment of approximately 716 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W E Pete Ford Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at W E Pete Ford Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W E Pete Ford Middle rank in TX?

W E Pete Ford Middle ranks #1,301 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is W E Pete Ford Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

W E Pete Ford Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 W E Pete Ford Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W E Pete Ford Middle has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is W E Pete Ford Middle a charter school?

No, W E Pete Ford Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is W E Pete Ford Middle a Title I school?

No, W E Pete Ford Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W E Pete Ford Middle?

27.8% of students at W E Pete Ford 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

District

ALLEN ISD
District Enrollment
21,370
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,417
District Rank
#9 of 21

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