Summary
Henderson Middle in Henderson, TX, serves 700 students in grades 6-8 within the Henderson Independent School District (Isd), and is the largest middle school in its area, with 63.4% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch.
After a period of decline that saw the school drop to a 1-star rating, Henderson Middle has shown a modest recovery to a 2-star rating, ranking in the 38th percentile statewide. The school’s standout strength is its advanced math program: an impressive 91.43% of students taking Algebra I scored proficient or above, far exceeding the state average of 54% and outperforming nearby schools like Troup Middle (79.31%) and Arp J H (80%). However, this success contrasts sharply with 8th-grade math, where only 19% of students were proficient—the lowest rate among comparable schools and well below the state average of 47%. The school also struggles with 8th-grade social studies, with proficiency rates consistently below 30% over the past four years.
Recent data shows a positive trajectory for several student groups, including Hispanic, White, Special Education, and low-income students, who have moved from 1-star to 2-star ratings. The Gifted and Talented program is a clear strength, achieving a 3-star rating for two consecutive years. However, the school faces a critical equity challenge, as African American students have received a 0-star rating in recent years. Compared to Troup Middle, a 4-star school just 18 miles away with a similar demographic, Henderson Middle has significant room for improvement in reading and standard math. With a per-student spending of $9,673 and a student-teacher ratio of 13.6, the school is not under-resourced, suggesting that instructional strategies and school culture may be key areas for growth.
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