Serving 990 students in grades 6-8, Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School's student population of 990 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School is 0.59, 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
#2647 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School's ranking?
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School is ranked #2647 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School?
990 students attend Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School?
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School offer ?
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School part of?
Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle School is part of Midlothian Independent School District.
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