Serving 1,166 students in grades 6-8, Meyerland Middle School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meyerland Middle School's student population of 1,166 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Meyerland 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 Meyerland Middle School is 0.63, 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
#3960 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
54%
54%
Black
23%
13%
White
18%
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
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyerland Middle School's ranking?
Meyerland Middle School is ranked #3960 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Meyerland Middle School often compared to?
Meyerland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fondren Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Meyerland Middle School?
1,166 students attend Meyerland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Meyerland Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meyerland Middle School?
Meyerland Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meyerland Middle School offer ?
Meyerland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Meyerland Middle School part of?
Meyerland Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Meyerland Middle School located?
Meyerland Middle School is located in the Meyerland Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Meyerland Area.
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