Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, Pilot Point Selz 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 30% (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 14:1 is equal to 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: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pilot Point Selz Middle School's student population of 378 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Pilot Point Selz 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 Pilot Point Selz Middle School is 0.58, 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
#4867 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pilot Point Selz Middle School's ranking?
Pilot Point Selz Middle School is ranked #4867 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% 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 Pilot Point Selz Middle School?
378 students attend Pilot Point Selz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pilot Point Selz Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pilot Point Selz Middle School?
Pilot Point Selz Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pilot Point Selz Middle School offer ?
Pilot Point Selz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pilot Point Selz Middle School part of?
Pilot Point Selz Middle School is part of Pilot Point Independent School District.
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