Serving 1,164 students in grades 6-8, Barwise 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barwise Middle School's student population of 1,164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barwise Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barwise Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5931 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
51%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
31%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wichita Falls Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barwise Middle School's ranking?
Barwise Middle School is ranked #5931 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barwise Middle School often compared to?
Barwise Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burkburnett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barwise Middle School?
1,164 students attend Barwise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Barwise Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barwise Middle School?
Barwise Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barwise Middle School offer ?
Barwise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barwise Middle School part of?
Barwise Middle School is part of Wichita Falls Independent School District.
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