Serving 552 students in grades 5-6, Carter Lomax Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter Lomax Middle School's student population of 552 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading with Colt Spirit
School Rankings
Carter Lomax 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 Carter Lomax Middle School is 0.35, 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
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Lomax Middle School's ranking?
Carter Lomax Middle School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carter Lomax Middle School?
552 students attend Carter Lomax Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Carter Lomax Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Lomax Middle School?
Carter Lomax Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carter Lomax Middle School offer ?
Carter Lomax Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Carter Lomax Middle School part of?
Carter Lomax Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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