Below Average
#7560 of 8,552 schools in TX
Welch Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
11544 S GESSNER, Houston, TX 77071
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,560 of 8,552
In Houston
#622 of 723
public schools
In district
#238 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Welch Middle
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About Welch Middle
Welch Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Welch Middle serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Welch Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,560 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Welch Middle show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Welch 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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Welch Middle — Students at Welch Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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: 4.2/10.
How Welch Middle Compares
See how Welch 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
11544 S GESSNER, Houston, TX 77071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Welch Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. STEP CHARTER II (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTBURY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YES PREP - BRAYS OAKS Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON SOUTHWEST Houston | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| VALLEY WEST EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| GROSS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MILNE EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BELL EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| STEP CHARTER II Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| TORAH GIRLS ACADEMY OF TEXAS Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HALPIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BEST EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| TINSLEY EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ELROD EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SHARPSTOWN H S Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| FONDREN MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| FOERSTER EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL (NTI CAREER INSTITUTE) Houston | 2.2 mi | — |
| BONHAM EL Houston | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WESTBURY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,147
Median Home Value
$228,000
Median Rent
$1,059/mo
Population
26,794
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
40.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Welch Middle
What grades does Welch Middle serve?
Welch Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Welch Middle?
Welch Middle has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Welch Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Welch Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Welch Middle rank in TX?
Welch Middle ranks #7,560 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Welch Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Welch Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Welch Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Welch Middle has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Welch Middle a charter school?
No, Welch Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Welch Middle a Title I school?
No, Welch Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Welch Middle?
99.8% of students at Welch 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
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.7%
- Phone
- (713) 778-3300
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #238 of 272
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