Summary:
In zip code 77657, there is one middle school, Lumberton Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 with 918 students in the Lumberton area, which is part of the highly-rated Lumberton Independent School District (Isd).
Lumberton Middle is a standout for its exceptional mathematics program, particularly in advanced coursework. An extraordinary 96.3% of 8th graders taking Algebra I were proficient, far exceeding the state average of 54%. The school also excels in 7th-grade math, with 44.24% proficiency versus the state's 29.41%, and in 8th-grade science, where 55.07% of students were proficient compared to 46.25% statewide. The school's state ranking has steadily improved, moving from the 57th percentile to the 61st percentile over three years. It maintains a very low dropout rate of just 0.2%, a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1, and a free/reduced lunch rate of 37.47%.
While math and science are clear strengths, reading proficiency is an area for growth, as scores in this subject generally fall at or below state averages. For instance, 7th-grade reading proficiency was 44.62% versus the state's 54.04%. Additionally, 8th-grade social studies, though above the state average at 34.33% proficiency, remains the lowest-scoring subject. Overall, Lumberton Middle offers a stable, improving environment with a strong focus on math and science, making it a solid choice for families prioritizing those subjects.
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