Is Center Middle a good school?

Center Middle ranks 1675 th of 2361 Texas middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 1 star out of 5.

How many students attend Center Middle?

In the 2023-24 school year, 492 students attended Center Middle.

What is the racial makeup of Center Middle?

Students at Center Middle are 45% Hispanic, 29% White, 20% African American, 4% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

What high school do graduates of Center Middle attend?

Students who attend Center Middle usually go on to attend Center High School

Center Middle

Summary:

Center Middle is a public middle school in Center, Texas, serving 533 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Center Independent School District (ISD), which is ranked 793 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Center Middle has a diverse student population, with 46.53% Hispanic, 28.89% White, and 18.2% African American students. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by STAAR test scores, is generally below the state averages across various subjects and grade levels. The school performs relatively well for English Language Learners, ranking in the top 38% of Texas middle schools for this subgroup, but struggles with Special Education students, ranking in the bottom 20%. Despite these challenges, Center Middle has maintained a 0% dropout rate for the past several years.

Interestingly, the school's statewide ranking has steadily declined over the past few years, from the top 50% in 2020-2021 to the bottom 30% in 2023-2024. This suggests that the school's performance may be declining relative to other middle schools in Texas. In comparison, Garrison Middle School, located about 18 miles away, appears to have stronger academic performance, with higher STAAR proficiency rates and a higher statewide ranking. Additionally, Center Middle spends a relatively high amount per student, over $10,000 in the 2020-2021 school year, but this high spending does not seem to be translating into strong academic outcomes.

Detail:

Public 6-8

302 Kennedy St
Center, TX 75935-3597

(936) 598-5619

District: Center Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1675^th of 2,361 Texas Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,873

Students who attend Center Middle usually attend:

High:

Center High School

Feeder schools for Center Middle:

Elementary:	Center Elementary
	F L Moffett Pri

Student/teacher ratio: 10.8

Number of students: 492

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

44.7%

White:

29.1%

African American:

19.9%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 77.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Center Middle ranks worse than 70.9% of middle schools in Texas. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 31.76. (See more...)

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Center Middle is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (44.7%), White (29.1%), African American (19.9%). (See more...)

Compare Details 77.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Center Middle is 10.8. (See more...)

Compare Center Middle employs 45.4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Center Middle is $10,873.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Center Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks Center Middle 1675^th of 2361 Texas public middle schools. (See Center Middle in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Multi-racial students:

English Language Learner students:

Special Education students:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

African American students:

Hispanic students:

White students:

Center Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Center Independent School District (Isd) 793^rd of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Center Middle

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Rank History for all students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2004	43.66	1053^rd	1573	33.1%
2005	53.61	798^th	1582	49.6%
2006	53.99	811^th	1585	48.8%
2007	60.13	701^st	1684	58.4%
2008	68.95	442^nd	1718	74.3%
2009	64.80	591^st	1763	66.5%
2010	60.14	740^th	1803	59.0%
2011	59.73	789^th	1895	58.4%
2012	45.06	1165^th	1951	40.3%
2013	39.82	1320^th	1973	33.1%
2014	26.10	1602^nd	1987	19.4%
2015	28.16	1620^th	2043	20.7%
2016	33.77	1470^th	1987	26.0%
2017	25.64	1592^nd	2027	21.5%
2018	30.59	1507^th	2080	27.5%
2019	39.50	1304^th	2193	40.5%
2021	56.59	834^th	2252	63.0%
2022	48.94	1043^rd	2254	53.7%
2023	40.52	1381^st	2330	40.7%
2024	31.76	1675^th	2361	29.1%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2022	48.23	405^th	813	50.2%
2023	41.53	484^th	817	40.8%
2024	30.70	597^th	812	26.5%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	34.38	934^th	1376	32.1%
2019	52.65	505^th	1445	65.1%
2021	76.67	149^th	1592	90.6%
2022	70.89	258^th	1643	84.3%
2023	52.28	661^st	1720	61.6%
2024	42.92	945^th	1760	46.3%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	42.90	775^th	1597	51.5%
2019	53.32	511^th	1626	68.6%
2021	46.29	703^rd	1712	58.9%
2022	35.27	1143^rd	1757	34.9%
2023	29.21	1449^th	1815	20.2%
2024	44.77	988^th	1881	47.5%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	33.55	1494^th	2039	26.7%
2019	44.40	1133^rd	2073	45.3%
2021	65.20	513^th	2172	76.4%
2022	54.11	859^th	2220	61.3%
2023	45.41	1187^th	2251	47.3%
2024	35.32	1502^nd	2224	32.5%

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Rank History for Female students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	33.20	1422^nd	2008	29.2%
2019	40.11	1228^th	2047	40.0%
2021	53.69	883^rd	2151	58.9%
2022	47.36	1073^rd	2221	51.7%
2023	40.55	1335^th	2241	40.4%

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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	40.99	1026^th	1430	28.3%
2019	52.33	868^th	1446	40.0%
2021	59.93	703^rd	1501	53.2%
2022	71.65	359^th	1488	75.9%

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Rank History for At Risk students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	31.68	1506^th	2008	25.0%
2019	39.89	1210^th	2058	41.2%
2021	59.80	572^nd	2118	73.0%
2022	56.82	677^th	2182	69.0%

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Rank History for Male students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	27.90	1575^th	2030	22.4%
2019	38.37	1275^th	2069	38.4%
2021	59.59	725^th	2168	66.6%
2022	49.66	1014^th	2228	54.5%
2023	39.93	1325^th	2245	41.0%

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Rank History for Asian students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	19.53	524^th	587	10.7%
2019	38.30	425^th	594	28.5%
2021	42.08	374^th	589	36.5%
2022	40.30	418^th	606	31.0%
2023	21.87	539^th	616	12.5%

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Rank History for African American students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	23.63	977^th	1167	16.3%
2019	34.93	777^th	1193	34.9%
2021	51.37	463^rd	1213	61.8%
2022	42.09	659^th	1251	47.3%
2023	32.11	887^th	1273	30.3%
2024	25.50	1053^rd	1271	17.2%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	32.67	1358^th	1895	28.3%
2019	39.69	1164^th	1935	39.8%
2021	66.82	470^th	2043	77.0%
2022	57.04	722^nd	2077	65.2%
2023	46.74	1055^th	2116	50.1%
2024	37.73	1326^th	2108	37.1%

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Rank History for White students at Center Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	32.78	1238^th	1673	26.0%
2019	41.67	1015^th	1684	39.7%
2021	46.01	916^th	1700	46.1%
2022	43.52	1013^th	1723	41.2%
2023	38.12	1174^th	1749	32.9%
2024	23.48	1468^th	1724	14.8%

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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Enrollment information for Center Middle

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1988	344	155	1	17	n/a	n/a	n/a	517
1989	315	155	0	15	0	n/a	n/a	485
1990	185	102	0	12	0	n/a	n/a	299
1991	217	100	0	8	1	n/a	n/a	326
1992	235	97	0	9	2	n/a	n/a	343
1993	236	103	3	13	0	n/a	n/a	355
1994	218	102	5	10	0	n/a	n/a	335
1995	251	99	2	21	0	n/a	n/a	373
1996	251	99	2	21	0	n/a	n/a	373
1997	229	110	2	21	0	n/a	n/a	362
1998	182	107	1	34	0	n/a	n/a	324
1999	200	85	3	44	0	n/a	n/a	332
2000	191	94	2	43	1	n/a	n/a	331
2001	193	104	1	65	0	n/a	n/a	363
2002	268	154	1	100	3	n/a	n/a	526
2003	268	154	1	100	3	n/a	n/a	526
2004	254	156	0	96	2	n/a	n/a	508
2005	251	155	2	108	0	n/a	n/a	516
2006	246	138	3	111	0	n/a	n/a	498
2007	240	134	3	123	3	n/a	n/a	503
2008	216	119	1	144	3	n/a	n/a	483
2009	202	125	2	146	2	n/a	n/a	477
2010	215	102	1	173	0	n/a	n/a	491
2011	226	107	2	180	0	0	0	515
2012	210	121	4	208	2	1	2	548
2013	208	121	9	223	2	1	4	568
2014	210	118	20	241	0	1	5	595
2015	201	127	19	225	0	2	5	579
2016	206	114	24	225	0	0	4	573
2017	193	122	12	230	0	1	5	563
2018	166	119	19	227	1	0	9	541
2019	187	125	17	245	1	0	8	583
2020	177	121	20	248	2	1	8	577
2021	166	111	16	254	1	1	12	561
2022	151	100	14	255	1	1	17	539
2023	154	97	12	248	1	0	21	533
2024	143	98	9	220	2	1	19	492

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Center Middle

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	517	29.0	17.8	n/a
1989	485	n/a	n/a	n/a
1990	299	24.0	12.4	n/a
1991	326	24.3	13.4	n/a
1992	343	25.5	13.4	37.6
1993	355	24.0	14.8	34.1
1994	335	26.2	12.8	9
1995	373	22.3	16.7	26
1996	373	22.3	16.7	26
1997	362	26.4	13.7	31.5
1998	324	27.4	11.8	26.2
1999	332	26.3	12.6	31.6
2000	331	26.0	12.7	33.2
2001	363	27.6	13.2	36.1
2002	526	38.1	13.8	49.6
2003	526	38.1	13.8	49.6
2004	508	35.8	14.2	48.4
2005	516	43.8	11.8	54.7
2006	498	45.6	10.9	54.4
2007	503	46.7	10.8	53.9
2008	483	46.1	10.5	53.6
2009	477	42.9	11.1	61.2
2010	491	42.1	11.6	71.7
2011	515	40.7	12.6	64.9
2012	548	42.0	13.0	74.1
2013	568	37.8	14.9	71.3
2014	595	43.6	13.6	72.8
2015	579	48.0	12.0	72
2016	573	51.0	11.2	73.6
2017	563	50.2	11.2	77.8
2018	541	52.8	10.2	78.9
2019	583	51.0	11.4	80.6
2020	577	47.0	12.2	79.5
2021	561	48.9	11.4	80.4
2022	539	47.5	11.3	73.1
2023	533	46.5	11.4	80.5
2024	492	45.4	10.8	77.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Center Middle

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	517	29.0	17.8	n/a
1989	485	n/a	n/a	n/a
1990	299	24.0	12.4	n/a
1991	326	24.3	13.4	n/a
1992	343	25.5	13.4	37.6
1993	355	24.0	14.8	34.1
1994	335	26.2	12.8	9
1995	373	22.3	16.7	26
1996	373	22.3	16.7	26
1997	362	26.4	13.7	31.5
1998	324	27.4	11.8	26.2
1999	332	26.3	12.6	31.6
2000	331	26.0	12.7	33.2
2001	363	27.6	13.2	36.1
2002	526	38.1	13.8	49.6
2003	526	38.1	13.8	49.6
2004	508	35.8	14.2	48.4
2005	516	43.8	11.8	54.7
2006	498	45.6	10.9	54.4
2007	503	46.7	10.8	53.9
2008	483	46.1	10.5	53.6
2009	477	42.9	11.1	61.2
2010	491	42.1	11.6	71.7
2011	515	40.7	12.6	64.9
2012	548	42.0	13.0	74.1
2013	568	37.8	14.9	71.3
2014	595	43.6	13.6	72.8
2015	579	48.0	12.0	72
2016	573	51.0	11.2	73.6
2017	563	50.2	11.2	77.8
2018	541	52.8	10.2	78.9
2019	583	51.0	11.4	80.6
2020	577	47.0	12.2	79.5
2021	561	48.9	11.4	80.4
2022	539	47.5	11.3	73.1
2023	533	46.5	11.4	80.5
2024	492	45.4	10.8	77.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Center Middle

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$967 (10.5%)	$8,285 (89.5%)	$9,253
2020	$1,189 (12.3%)	$8,492 (87.7%)	$9,681
2021	$1,713 (15.8%)	$9,160 (84.2%)	$10,873

Data source: Texas Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Center Middle

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 1304^th of 2193 Middle schools	Ranks 1381^st of 2330 Middle schools	0.2%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
6th Grade Reading (Center Middle)	22	45	23%
6th Grade Reading (Center Independent School District (Isd))	22	45	23%
6th Grade Reading (Texas)	35	50	15%
6th Grade Mathematics (Center Middle)	52	26	26%
6th Grade Mathematics (Center Independent School District (Isd))	52	26	26%
6th Grade Mathematics (Texas)	45	37	8%
7th Grade Reading (Center Middle)	38	45	7%
7th Grade Reading (Center Independent School District (Isd))	38	45	7%
7th Grade Reading (Texas)	47	52	5%
7th Grade Mathematics (Center Middle)	39	35	4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Center Independent School District (Isd))	39	35	4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Texas)	41	35	6%
8th Grade Reading (Center Middle)	39	42	3%
8th Grade Reading (Center Independent School District (Isd))	39	42	3%
8th Grade Reading (Texas)	53	56	3%
8th Grade Mathematics (Center Middle)	55	63	8%
8th Grade Mathematics (Center Independent School District (Isd))	55	63	8%
8th Grade Mathematics (Texas)	55	44	11%
8th Grade Science (Center Middle)	40	31	9%
8th Grade Science (Center Independent School District (Isd))	40	31	9%
8th Grade Science (Texas)	49	45	4%
8th Grade Social Studies (Center Middle)	25	17	8%
8th Grade Social Studies (Center Independent School District (Isd))	25	17	8%
8th Grade Social Studies (Texas)	35	31	4%
End of Course Algebra I (Center Middle)	100	95	5%
End of Course Algebra I (Center Independent School District (Isd))	52	28	24%
End of Course Algebra I (Texas)	62	45	17%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	583	533	8.6%
African American	125	97	22.4%
American Indian	1	1
Asian	17	12	29.4%
Hispanic	245	248	1.2%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	187	154	17.6%
Two or More Races	8	21	162.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	80.6%	80.5%	0.1%

Schools Near Center Middle

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				STAAR EOC Algebra I (2024)	STAAR Reading (2024)			STAAR Mathematics (2024)			STAAR Science (2024)	STAAR Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	STAAR EOC Algebra I End of Course	STAAR Reading 6th Grade	STAAR Reading 7th Grade	STAAR Reading 8th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 6th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 7th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 8th Grade	STAAR Science 8th Grade	STAAR Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Center Middle	Public	6-8	302 Kennedy St	Center	75935	Shelby County	Center Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(936) 598-5619	492	45	10.8	77.4%	143 (29.1%)	98 (19.9%)	220 (44.7%)	9 (1.8%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	19 (3.9%)	31.8	1675^th of 2361 public middle schools	29.1%		40.5	1381^st of 2330 public middle schools	40.7%	294	100.0	43.5	43.2	31.5	28.1	17.3	49.7	26.4	13.2	$10,873	$1,713	$9,160
Garrison Middle	Public	6-8	459 N Us Hwy 59	Garrison	75946	Nacogdoches County	Garrison Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(936) 347-7020	172	14	12.4	54.1%	109 (63.4%)	29 (16.9%)	29 (16.9%)	1 (0.6%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.7%)	64.7	656^th of 2361 public middle schools	72.2%		62.6	723^rd of 2330 public middle schools	69.0%	67	100.0	76.4	54.1	49.1	40.0	43.2	47.2	52.8	34.0	$8,817	$678	$8,139

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