Serving 916 students in grades 6-8, Knox Wiley Middle School ranks in the top 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 52% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox Wiley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Knox Wiley Middle School's student population of 916 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
916 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knox Wiley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knox Wiley Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#3556 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox Wiley Middle School's ranking?
Knox Wiley Middle School is ranked #3556 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Knox Wiley Middle School often compared to?
Knox Wiley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence W Stiles Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Knox Wiley Middle School?
916 students attend Knox Wiley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Knox Wiley Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knox Wiley Middle School?
Knox Wiley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knox Wiley Middle School offer ?
Knox Wiley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Knox Wiley Middle School part of?
Knox Wiley Middle School is part of Leander Independent School District.
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