WELCH MIDDLE SCHOOL

WELCH MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 721 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 49 teachers, WELCH MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

WELCH MIDDLE School, located in the Sharpstown area of Houston, Texas, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that prepares students for the rigors of high school and beyond. By focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and character building, Welch strives to provide its diverse student population with the essential tools needed to succeed in an evolving global community.

The campus emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, clubs, and academic programs designed to engage students both inside and outside the classroom. Through collaboration between dedicated educators, supportive families, and the community, WELCH MIDDLE School aims to cultivate a culture of high expectations and mutual respect. As part of HISD, the school works to align its curriculum with district standards while addressing the unique needs of its neighborhood, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to achieve their personal best.

For more information, contact WELCH MIDDLE at (713) 778-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

11544 S GESSNER
HOUSTON, TX 77071-2297
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WELCH MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 721 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
HOUSTON ISD
Total Students:
721
Teachers:
49.23
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 721 students

Black or African American
51.2%
Hispanic/Latino
44.8%
White
2.8%
Asian
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.