Gorzycki Middle

Gorzycki Middle in Austin, TX, is a large, high-performing public school serving 1,305 students in grades 6-8 within the Austin Independent School District (Isd), consistently ranking in the top 5% of all Texas middle schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for nearly a decade.

Gorzycki stands out dramatically from its AISD peers, with academic performance that rivals top suburban schools. For example, 8th-grade reading proficiency is 86%, compared to the district average of 61%, and 8th-grade social studies proficiency is 76% versus the district's 41%. The school's Algebra I program is a particular strength, with 94% of students passing the End-of-Course exam—nearly double the district and state averages. This level of achievement places Gorzycki in the same league as elite schools like Hill Country Middle and West Ridge Middle in the Eanes Independent School District (Isd), and Sycamore Springs Middle in Dripping Springs Independent School District (Isd), making it a top-tier option for families seeking a high-quality public education within Austin.

While Gorzycki excels overall, there are a few nuances for parents to consider. The school is notably effective with multi-racial, Hispanic, and special education students, but its performance for Asian students and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds, while still solid, is relatively lower. Additionally, like many schools across Texas, Gorzycki sees a significant drop in math proficiency from 6th to 7th grade—a "7th grade math slump" that may be linked to students taking advanced math courses. Despite a slight dip from its peak ranking in the 98th-99th percentile before 2020, Gorzycki remains an elite school that offers a consistently excellent education.