Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Frank Seale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 65% 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: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Seale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frank Seale Middle School's student population of 726 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
726 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Frank Seale 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 Frank Seale Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#4742 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
23%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Midlothian Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Seale Middle School's ranking?
Frank Seale Middle School is ranked #4742 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Frank Seale Middle School often compared to?
Frank Seale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Frank Seale Middle School?
726 students attend Frank Seale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Frank Seale Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank Seale Middle School?
Frank Seale Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank Seale Middle School offer ?
Frank Seale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Frank Seale Middle School part of?
Frank Seale Middle School is part of Midlothian Independent School District.
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