Serving 517 students in grades 5-6, Rick Schneider 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rick Schneider Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rick Schneider Middle School's student population of 517 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Rick Schneider 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 Rick Schneider Middle School is 0.30, 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
#7181 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
3%
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
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Rick Schneider Middle School's ranking?
Rick Schneider Middle School is ranked #7181 out of 8,096 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rick Schneider Middle School?
517 students attend Rick Schneider Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rick Schneider Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rick Schneider Middle School?
Rick Schneider Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rick Schneider Middle School offer ?
Rick Schneider Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Rick Schneider Middle School part of?
Rick Schneider Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rick Schneider Middle School located?
Rick Schneider Middle School is located in the Greater Hobby Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Hobby Area.
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