Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Spring Oaks 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Oaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Spring Oaks Middle School's student population of 583 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Oaks 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 Spring Oaks Middle School is 0.26, 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
#5964 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Spring Oaks Middle School is ranked #5964 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spring Oaks Middle School?
583 students attend Spring Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Spring Oaks Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Oaks Middle School?
Spring Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Oaks Middle School offer ?
Spring Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spring Oaks Middle School part of?
Spring Oaks Middle School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Oaks Middle School located?
Spring Oaks Middle School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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