Serving 1,474 students in grades 6-8, Lufkin 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lufkin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lufkin Middle School's student population of 1,474 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Lufkin 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 Lufkin Middle School is 0.67, 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
#5364 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lufkin Middle School's ranking?
Lufkin Middle School is ranked #5364 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lufkin Middle School often compared to?
Lufkin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lufkin Middle School?
1,474 students attend Lufkin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lufkin Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lufkin Middle School?
Lufkin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lufkin Middle School offer ?
Lufkin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lufkin Middle School part of?
Lufkin Middle School is part of Lufkin Independent School District.
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