Abernathy High School is a public high school located in Abernathy, Texas, United States. It is part of the Abernathy Independent School District located in central Hale County and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 170 students in grades 6-8, Abernathy Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 57% 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: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abernathy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Abernathy Middle School's student population of 170 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Abernathy Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abernathy Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1372 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
43%
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
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Antelope/lady Lope
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abernathy Middle School's ranking?
Abernathy Middle School is ranked #1372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Abernathy Middle School?
170 students attend Abernathy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Abernathy Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abernathy Middle School?
Abernathy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abernathy Middle School offer ?
Abernathy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Abernathy Middle School part of?
Abernathy Middle School is part of Abernathy Independent School District.
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