COVINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

COVINGTON MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 660 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, COVINGTON MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

COVINGTON MIDDLE School, located in the Oak Hill area of Southwest Austin, is a public school within the Austin Independent School District (AISD). Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to providing a diverse academic environment that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and specialized elective programs. The campus culture focuses on fostering student growth through a combination of rigorous coursework, social-emotional learning, and a variety of extracurricular activities designed to engage the local community.

In addition to its standard academic offerings, COVINGTON MIDDLE School is particularly recognized for its strong Fine Arts department, which includes comprehensive programs in band, orchestra, choir, and visual arts. The school also places a heavy emphasis on technology integration and inclusive education practices to support a wide range of learning styles. As a key fixture of the 78749 zip code, the school maintains an active partnership with local families and community organizations, striving to prepare its students for the transition to high school—specifically serving as a primary feeder for Austin High School and Bowie High School depending on specific attendance boundaries.

For more information, contact COVINGTON MIDDLE at (512) 414-3276 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.