Summary:
Zip code 75572, serving the Queen City, Texas area, is home to a single middle school, Morris Upchurch Middle, which serves grades 5 through 8 with a total enrollment of 267 students as part of the Queen City Independent School District (Isd).
Morris Upchurch Middle stands out for its exceptional performance in advanced mathematics, with 76.47% of students proficient in Algebra I—far exceeding the state average of 54.03%. The school also outperforms state averages in 7th-grade math (47.37% vs. 29.41%) and 8th-grade social studies (36.67% vs. 31.69%). However, reading proficiency lags behind, with the school underperforming the state in 5th and 8th-grade reading, suggesting a clear area for improvement. The school maintains a low student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, which supports smaller class sizes, and reports a 0.0% dropout rate. With 62.92% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a high-poverty population yet achieves a stable overall ranking in the 57th percentile (3 out of 5 stars) for three consecutive years, indicating consistent performance at or slightly above the state median.
Key takeaways for parents include the school's strong math program, particularly its ability to prepare advanced students for high school-level Algebra I, and its consistent academic stability despite socioeconomic challenges. The district's per-student spending of $11,928 and the low student-teacher ratio suggest effective resource allocation. While math and social studies are clear strengths, families should note the need for focused support in reading proficiency. Overall, Morris Upchurch Middle provides a solid, stable educational environment with standout math achievements, making it a reliable choice for middle school education in the Queen City area.
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