Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Armstrong Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong Middle School's student population of 490 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Armstrong Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6370 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
59%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Armstrong Middle School is ranked #6370 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Armstrong Middle School often compared to?
Armstrong Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otto Middle School, Slayter Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Middle School?
490 students attend Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Armstrong Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong Middle School?
Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Armstrong Middle School part of?
Armstrong Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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