AUSTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL

AUSTIN MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the GALVESTON ISD school district, located in GALVESTON, TX with about 545 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 36 teachers, AUSTIN MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

AUSTIN MIDDLE School is a public school located in Galveston, Texas, and is part of the Galveston Independent School District (GISD). Situated on the island, the school serves a diverse student population, providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to bridge the gap between elementary and high school education. The school's mission is generally aligned with the district's broader goals of fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement for students in their formative adolescent years.

As a staple of the Galveston community, AUSTIN MIDDLE School emphasizes both rigorous academics and the development of extracurricular interests. The school provides various resources and programs intended to support student success, preparing them for the transition to Ball High School. By leveraging its location within the GISD system, the school works to ensure that students have access to modern educational tools, technology, and support services necessary for navigating the challenges of middle school life in a coastal urban environment.

For more information, contact AUSTIN MIDDLE at (409) 761-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.