Serving 560 students in grades 6-8, Driscoll 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Driscoll Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Driscoll Middle School's student population of 560 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Driscoll Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Driscoll Middle School is 0.20, 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
#7631 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
5%
25%
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
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Driscoll Middle School's ranking?
Driscoll Middle School is ranked #7631 out of 8,188 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Driscoll Middle School?
560 students attend Driscoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Driscoll Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Driscoll Middle School?
Driscoll Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Driscoll Middle School offer ?
Driscoll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Driscoll Middle School part of?
Driscoll Middle School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Driscoll Middle School located?
Driscoll Middle School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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