Barbers Hill High School is a school based in Mont Belvieu, Texas, and is classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is part of the Barbers Hill Independent School District located in western Chambers County. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given an "A" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 587 students in grades 7-8, Barbers Hill Middle South ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbers Hill Middle South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barbers Hill Middle South's student population of 587 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Blue & White
School Rankings
Barbers Hill Middle South ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbers Hill Middle South is 0.57, 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
#667 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle/lady Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbers Hill Middle South's ranking?
Barbers Hill Middle South is ranked #667 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbers Hill Middle South?
587 students attend Barbers Hill Middle South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Barbers Hill Middle South students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbers Hill Middle South?
Barbers Hill Middle South has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbers Hill Middle South offer ?
Barbers Hill Middle South offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Barbers Hill Middle South part of?
Barbers Hill Middle South is part of Barbers Hill Independent School District.
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