WASKOM MIDDLE SCHOOL

WASKOM MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the WASKOM ISD school district, located in WASKOM, TX with about 211 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 17 teachers, WASKOM MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

WASKOM MIDDLE School, located at 255 School Ave in Waskom, Texas, serves as a central pillar of the Waskom Independent School District. As a smaller-community educational institution, the school focuses on fostering a supportive environment where students in the middle grades can transition from elementary foundations to high school readiness. The campus is dedicated to balancing rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for young adolescents, aiming to prepare them for future success in the Waskom High School program.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Waskom ISD, which emphasizes academic achievement, community involvement, and the cultivation of "Wildcat Pride." By utilizing its official district website, the school provides parents and students with essential resources regarding extracurricular activities, athletic schedules, and curriculum updates. Through its focus on a localized, student-centered approach, WASKOM MIDDLE School strives to create a cohesive learning experience that reflects the values and spirit of the surrounding Harrison County community.

For more information, contact WASKOM MIDDLE at (903) 687-3361 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

255 SCHOOL AVE
WASKOM, TX 75692-0748
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WASKOM MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WASKOM, TX with about 211 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WASKOM ISD
Total Students:
211
Teachers:
17.33
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 211 students

White
52.1%
Hispanic/Latino
25.1%
Black or African American
15.6%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian
0.5%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.