Summary:
R C Barton Middle is a public middle school located in Buda, Texas, serving 816 students in grades 6-8 as part of the Hays Consolidated Independent School District. This high-performing school consistently outperforms its district and state counterparts across various academic and student group metrics, making it a standout institution within the region.
R C Barton Middle's academic excellence is evident in its STAAR test scores, which are significantly higher than the district and state averages. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school had 74.39% of 6th graders, 75.49% of 7th graders, and 69.66% of 8th graders proficient or better in STAAR Reading, compared to the district's 60.24%, 55.43%, and 56.64%, respectively, and the state's 54.45%, 52.08%, and 54.09%. The school also excels in the performance of various student subgroups, ranking highly in the state for Hispanic, African American, Multi-racial, English Language Learner, Special Education, and Gifted and Talented students.
When compared to nearby middle schools within the same district, R C Barton Middle outperforms them significantly in academic achievement. For instance, D.J. Red Simon Middle, which is 6.77 miles away, has much lower test scores and a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Despite having a relatively low percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients (33.21%), R C Barton Middle is able to achieve high academic outcomes, suggesting that the school is effectively supporting students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The school's strong performance in the Gifted and Talented student subgroup, ranking 85th out of 1,481 Texas middle schools, indicates a robust program that is meeting the needs of high-achieving students.
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Detail:
Public 6-8
District:
Hays Consolidated Independent School District
SchoolDigger Rank:
282nd of 2,361 Texas Middle Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,651
Students who attend R C Barton Middle usually attend:
Feeder schools for R C Barton Middle:
Student/teacher ratio: 15.1
Number of students: 816
Racial breakdown:
Hispanic:
51.7%
White:
38.1%
Two or more races:
4.4%
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African American:
4.0%
Asian:
1.6%
Pacific Islander:
0.1%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 33.2%
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