Serving 1,182 students in grades 6-8, Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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: 1,182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School's student population of 1,182 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Stacy Kaye Danielson 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 Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School is 0.72, 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
#2949 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
36%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School's ranking?
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School is ranked #2949 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School often compared to?
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knox Wiley Middle School, Leander Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School?
1,182 students attend Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School?
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School offer ?
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School part of?
Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle School is part of Leander Independent School District.
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