Serving 739 students in grades 5-6, Alexander Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alexander Middle School's student population of 739 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Middle School is 0.68, 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
#777 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Middle School's ranking?
Alexander Middle School is ranked #777 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alexander Middle School often compared to?
Alexander Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clute Intermediate School, Leon H Sablatura Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alexander Middle School?
739 students attend Alexander Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Alexander Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Middle School?
Alexander Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alexander Middle School offer ?
Alexander Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Alexander Middle School part of?
Alexander Middle School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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