Summary
Elgin Middle in Elgin, TX, serves 839 students in grades 7 and 8 within the Elgin Independent School District (Isd), a district ranked in the 5th percentile statewide. The school has historically struggled with academic performance, ranking in the 7th percentile overall, but it shows a remarkable strength in supporting its Special Education students, who scored in the 79th percentile statewide—a stark contrast to the school’s overall low scores and a standout achievement compared to nearby schools like Park Crest Middle and Farley Middle.
However, the school faces significant challenges, particularly in mathematics. Only 2.63% of 7th graders were proficient in math, far below the state average of 29.41% and the lowest among comparable schools like Dailey Middle (1.13%). The student-to-teacher ratio of 17.3:1 is higher than many peers, such as Kelly Lane Middle (13:1) and Cele Middle (13:1), which may limit individualized attention. On a positive note, students accelerated into Algebra I perform well, with 40.7% proficient, significantly above the district average of 30.2%. The school also maintains a very low dropout rate of 0.4%, indicating strong student engagement.
Performance for low-income students, who make up over 80% of the student body, has sharply declined from the 25th percentile to the 6th percentile over recent years, a critical concern. In contrast, nearby high-performing schools like Kelly Lane Middle (89th percentile) and Cele Middle (84th percentile) serve far fewer low-income students. Year-over-year test scores show volatility, such as 8th-grade reading jumping from 25.96% to 42.26% then dropping to 35.85%, suggesting inconsistent instructional strategies. While Elgin Middle excels with Special Education students, it ranks in the 2nd percentile for Gifted and Talented students, highlighting a polarized focus that parents should consider when evaluating the school’s fit for their child.
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