DESSAU MIDDLE SCHOOL
DESSAU MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PFLUGERVILLE ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 860 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 63 teachers, DESSAU 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.
DESSAU MIDDLE School, located at 12900 Dessau Rd in Austin, Texas, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Pflugerville Independent School District. The school is known for its diverse student population and commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes core subjects, elective courses, and programs designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, while also emphasizing the development of social and emotional skills during the middle school years.
Beyond academics, DESSAU MIDDLE School actively encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various student clubs. The school focuses on building a sense of community among its students, staff, and families, aiming to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. With its location in the North Austin/Pflugerville area, the school remains a focal point for families seeking a structured and community-oriented educational experience within the district.
For more information, contact DESSAU MIDDLE at (512) 594-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78754
(512) 594-2600
DESSAU MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in AUSTIN, TX with about 860 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- PFLUGERVILLE ISD
- Total Students:
- 860
- Teachers:
- 63.55
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 860 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 62.9%
- Black or African American
- 20.2%
- Asian
- 11.0%
- White
- 4.9%
- Two or more races
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
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.