Summary
Huntington Middle in Huntington, TX, serves 339 students in grades 6 through 8 and is part of the Huntington Independent School District (Isd), a mid-tier district in the state. The school stands out for its exceptional performance in 8th-grade subjects, particularly math and social studies, where it often outperforms nearby schools and state averages. For instance, in the most recent testing cycle, 65% of 8th graders were proficient in math—well above the state average of 47%—and 43% were proficient in social studies, the highest rate among comparable schools in the region, including the top-ranked Hudson Middle.
However, the school shows a notable "valley" in 7th-grade math, where only 18% of students were proficient, the lowest among nearby schools and far below the state average of 29%. This creates a sharp performance pattern: 6th-grade math is on par with the state, 7th-grade math dips significantly, and 8th-grade math rebounds strongly. This consistent "8th-grade bounce" over the past four years suggests that the school effectively identifies and addresses learning gaps before students enter 8th grade. Additionally, the school maintains an exceptionally low dropout rate, often at 0%, and has a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1, with about $9,764 spent per student.
Huntington Middle also demonstrates strong success with its Hispanic student population, ranking in the 91st percentile statewide for this group, while its White student population ranks lower, in the 31st percentile. This disparity highlights an area for potential improvement. Compared to Hudson Middle, a regional leader ranking in the 89th percentile, Huntington trails in most subjects, but its standout social studies performance and effective 8th-grade math instruction offer clear strengths. For parents, this school provides a supportive environment with strong outcomes in key areas, though the 7th-grade math dip is worth monitoring.
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