Serving 814 students in grades 7-8, Blocker 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blocker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blocker Middle School's student population of 814 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Blocker 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 Blocker Middle School is 0.63, 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
#5513 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
22%
25%
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
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blocker Middle School's ranking?
Blocker Middle School is ranked #5513 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blocker Middle School?
814 students attend Blocker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Blocker Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blocker Middle School?
Blocker Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blocker Middle School offer ?
Blocker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Blocker Middle School part of?
Blocker Middle School is part of Texas City Independent School District.
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