Summary
Stevenson Middle is a public magnet middle school in Houston, Texas, serving 1,117 students in grades 6-8. While the school has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking over the past decade, its current performance is generally below the state and district averages, particularly in mathematics. For example, the school's projected proficiency rates in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math are 37.2%, 23.7%, and 46.69%, respectively, compared to the state averages of 37.68%, 31.12%, and 44.81%.
Stevenson Middle's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups. The school performs relatively well for Asian students, ranking in the top 50% of Texas middle schools in this category. However, it struggles with other subgroups, such as African American, Hispanic, and Special Education students, where it ranks in the bottom half or bottom quarter of Texas middle schools. Additionally, Stevenson Middle has experienced higher dropout rates compared to the state and district averages, with rates ranging from 3.5% to 4.1% in recent years.
Interestingly, Stevenson Middle's performance is generally lower than that of the nearby Ortiz Middle and Deady Middle, both of which are within a 3-mile radius and have higher proficiency rates in core subjects like reading and math. The high percentage of economically disadvantaged students at Stevenson Middle may be a contributing factor to the school's lower academic performance, as research has shown that students from low-income backgrounds often face additional challenges that can impact their educational outcomes.
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