Plains High School is a public high school located in the city of Plains, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Plains Independent School District located in north central Yoakum County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 93 students in grades 6-8, Plains 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plains Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Plains Middle School's student population of 93 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plains 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 Plains Middle School is 0.49, 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
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
62%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
36%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cowboy/cowgirl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plains Middle School's ranking?
Plains Middle School is ranked #6260 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Plains Middle School?
93 students attend Plains Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Plains Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plains Middle School?
Plains Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plains Middle School offer ?
Plains Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plains Middle School part of?
Plains Middle School is part of Plains Independent School District.
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