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Fannin Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 632 students

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Posted January 10, 2011

My oldest son started at Fannin in 6th and was able to adjust quickly with the other students and teachers.He now is in the 8th grade and is preforming strongly. Grades have been great and he even gets involved in all the school activities!My youngest so started this year in 6th grade;before he had alot of trouble in math and needed tutoring. Now he is in advanced math and doing great! He also adjusted well with the students and teachers.Now as far as the athletic department goes i think they need different coaches.Not speaking on the female coaches;i have boys remember!As far as academically Fannin was the perfect school for my boys.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 13, 2010

Great staff! Very creative history teacher brings the past to life. This weekend huge history fair at school grounds.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 27, 2010

My son is a 6th grader at this school and frankly this school sucks....It's like the teachers dont really care about the students. My son's grades have dropped tremendisly within a 3wk period and no one bothered to inform me until he brought home report card i have asked time & time again for the teachers to email me weekly to let me know if works being turned in or about his behavior but i have got nothing...He wil not be returning to that school next year
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 23, 2008

fannin middle was an excellent jr. high for me and is also a great middle school for kids . the teachers go out of their way just to help the students learn wat the need to. And the athletics program is quite good to
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 5, 2008

I think this school does an excellent job in preparing our children for the next step. The staff works diligently with parents as well as students to ensure their success. As for cleanliness, I've seen nothing but clean, it's a school full of children so it will not be spotless!


Posted March 26, 2008

This school is horrible. Its never clean! Im sorry but my child went here and I had to pull her out cause she has been bullyied all year long.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

215 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

218 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

183 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

186 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
74%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

181 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
81%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

203 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
69%

2008

 
 
81%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

205 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

205 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
64%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

202 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students85%
Female90%
Male81%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White84%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education44%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students77%
Female80%
Male74%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White74%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Special education18%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English77%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talented89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students74%
Female74%
Male74%
Black or African American59%
Asiann/a
Hispanic74%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White76%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Special education10%
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)13%
Proficient in English77%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant75%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students77%
Female81%
Male74%
Black or African American57%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special education31%
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)44%
Proficient in English80%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talented90%

Writing

All Students88%
Female92%
Male84%
Black or African American74%
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education42%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)44%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students91%
Female91%
Male90%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education80%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students95%
Female96%
Male93%
Black or African American95%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education43%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students77%
Female78%
Male76%
Black or African American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Special education25%
Not special education79%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English78%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students98%
Female98%
Male96%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic99%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education75%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Unacceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 53% 34%
Hispanic 34% 48%
Black 10% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 20%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 10%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 1%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 62%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 2%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 19%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 29%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 30%N/A23%
21 or more years 20%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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4627 S Rusk
Amarillo, TX 79110
Phone: (806) 354-4570

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