Serving 646 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Durham 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 17% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Durham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Marshall Durham Middle School's student population of 646 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Choose LISD!
School Rankings
Marshall Durham 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 Marshall Durham Middle School is 0.70, 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
#6998 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Durham Middle School's ranking?
Marshall Durham Middle School is ranked #6998 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Marshall Durham Middle School often compared to?
Marshall Durham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% 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 Marshall Durham Middle School?
646 students attend Marshall Durham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marshall Durham Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Durham Middle School?
Marshall Durham Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall Durham Middle School offer ?
Marshall Durham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marshall Durham Middle School part of?
Marshall Durham Middle School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
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