Serving 1,224 students in grades 6-8, Ouida Baley 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 1,224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ouida Baley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ouida Baley Middle School's student population of 1,224 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Ouida Baley 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 Ouida Baley Middle School is 0.68, 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
#4958 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
41%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ouida Baley Middle School's ranking?
Ouida Baley Middle School is ranked #4958 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ouida Baley Middle School often compared to?
Ouida Baley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenville Middle School, C B Thompson Middle School, Royse City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ouida Baley Middle School?
1,224 students attend Ouida Baley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ouida Baley Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ouida Baley Middle School?
Ouida Baley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ouida Baley Middle School offer ?
Ouida Baley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ouida Baley Middle School part of?
Ouida Baley Middle School is part of Royse City Independent School District.
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