Serving 1,446 students in grades 6-8, Cleveland 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 1,446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cleveland Middle School's student population of 1,446 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cleveland 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 Cleveland Middle School is 0.30, 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
#7591 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
10%
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
91%
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 Cleveland Middle School's ranking?
Cleveland Middle School is ranked #7591 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cleveland Middle School often compared to?
Cleveland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarkington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Middle School?
1,446 students attend Cleveland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cleveland Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Middle School?
Cleveland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cleveland Middle School offer ?
Cleveland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cleveland Middle School part of?
Cleveland Middle School is part of Cleveland Independent School District.
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