Serving 1,364 students in grades 6-8, Black Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Black Middle School's student population of 1,364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Black Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black 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
#2270 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
24%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Middle School's ranking?
Black Middle School is ranked #2270 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Black Middle School often compared to?
Black Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Black Middle School?
1,364 students attend Black Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Black Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Middle School?
Black Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Black Middle School offer ?
Black Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Black Middle School part of?
Black Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Black Middle School located?
Black Middle School is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Frank Black Middle School has an excellent principal and a dedicated and talented faculty. Discipline issues have dramatically improved in recent years. The campus has a lot of interesting features like a dance studio, and indoor swimming pool and a karate studio. More and more community members are getting involved to help with the school's transformation. It's a good school that is rapidly getting better and better.
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