Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Irma Marsh Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irma Marsh Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irma Marsh Middle School's student population of 840 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
840 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
Inspirational blue and orange
School Calendar
School Motto
You Belong Here
School Rankings
Irma Marsh Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irma Marsh Middle School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6438 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
10%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irma Marsh Middle School's ranking?
Irma Marsh Middle School is ranked #6438 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Irma Marsh Middle School often compared to?
Irma Marsh Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Education Willkie Middle School, Highland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Irma Marsh Middle School?
840 students attend Irma Marsh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Irma Marsh Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irma Marsh Middle School?
Irma Marsh Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irma Marsh Middle School offer ?
Irma Marsh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Irma Marsh Middle School part of?
Irma Marsh Middle School is part of Castleberry Independent School District.
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