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H F Stevens Middle School

Public | 7-8 | 874 students

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3 stars

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Posted May 6, 2013

Well this school is ok and very appropriate, jk, because supposedly middle schoolers don't hold hands, said a Vice Principle. But it is ok when kids make out in the hall way but I cant hold my own girlfriends hand, and let me remind you we were just holding hands. Cant wait to get out of Crowley and go to college to start my own career to change the world.


Posted April 1, 2013

This school is a good school but the leadership can be sometimes wishy washy. they need really need to change their vice-principals. never can speak to ther principal at all. when they have activities in the evening, no security is outside. the girls stands out by themselves if they have to leave before the events are over. there are no lights in the front or back of the building doing events. kids in the back of the building when you drive thru there and you don't know whats going on. it is completely dark
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2012

My child moved from a small town outside of Austin, TX to the Crowley Middle School starting her 7th grade year of School. She loves the School environment, everyone is treated equal and there is NO BULLYING. She wants and we have plans to let her Graduate here because this is the first School she has actually felt the Teachers, Staff and Rules are followed and Obeyed. The only issue we have is the School does not allow enough time for tryouts in Sports to Pick the Best for the Team Sports, this not giving all kids a fair chance at a sport they are new to in Middle School.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 1, 2011

I am a student at HFS and I would say it's an ok school. I'm a good kid with ok grades so that lets me sit back and watch people. I have noticed that I have not once seen the princible. And the assistant princibles don't care about grades or bullying as much as dress code. The schedual has gotten a lot better. Anyways- GO EAGLES!!!!


Posted April 23, 2010

if you want a school that challenges your childs physical and mental state then you found it as of academicly dont send your child here
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 5, 2010

i love this school i wish i could have stayed there
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 11, 2009

Teachers seem to really care about the students and are looking out for thier best interests.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2009

I have to say that H.F. Stevens has made some leeps and bounds over the past couple years. Though it has been a rough spot every once in awhile, I have seen the improvements it has made up close and personal. Many of these inmprovements are due to the relentless time and efforts of the entire school staff and its great leadership. The bar has been set, and now the students know what to aim for...and to aim high! I thouroughly understand the diffuculties that this school has faced and those the students face everyday, yet they have met those challenges head on and tackled them with grace and success! I would tell any parent that this is a great school filled with wonderful people who care about our kids and want to see them be successful. Go Eagles!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2009

H.F. Stevens is a great school. They have not only survived some major changes, but they have handled them well with the students in mind in every move that they make. The students respnse has been wonderful. The success of the students is soaring like the EAGLES that they are. This school boasts an amazing administrative and instructional team that can hold a candle to any district. Being a title I school with major diversity in socioeconomic and racial make-up...I would say that this school is bridging the gaps and bringing academics to the forefront once more! Kuddos to H.F. Stevens Middle School!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 6, 2008

This school is definitely a work in progress. The principals are working hard for the students to succeed and be safe. If only they would work just as hard for the teachers. Some of the principals have a cold persona when interacting with teachers. We are all their for one common goal...to make kids successful. We should operate as a team.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 6, 2007

The dress code in this school is ridiculous -- they might as well go straight to uniform. It's extremely crowded and not all students get the attention and help they need. They're basing most of their lessons on the TAKS, like most Texas schools. There are many fights. The schedule is ridiculous. This just isn't a great school to go to. The only positive thing I can think of is that most of the teachers are great! The majority /try/ to be as helpful as possible and some really make learning fun.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 28, 2007

Things are changing for the better at H.F. Stevens with the new principal as of 2006-2007. The call-out system is used to keep parents informed, and there is a definite emphasis on academics now, with additional programs for interventions. Lots of new qualified teachers who are excited about teaching. The differences in administration and partnering with families at H.F. Stevens are noticeable. Mr. Neeley, Dr. Anderson, Ms. Benton, and Mr. Stewart are working hard at H.F. Stevens. More parents should support this new team and get involved in CISD.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 22, 2005

Discipline is fast becoming an issue. Principal is not addressing issues and not supporting teachers.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted June 30, 2005

This school is as all schools in Texas, they are more concerned with TAKS than the student doing well. My son is falling through the cracks and noone cares
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 31, 2004

This school has a very bad racial problem. I am hopeful the new principal will help solve some of these issues.
—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 81% in 2011.

439 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

434 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
81%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

428 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
84%
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.

412 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
64%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

412 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

409 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
52%
Social Studies

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

405 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
92%

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

All Students71%
Female69%
Male72%
Black or African American59%
Asian100%
Hispanic75%
American Indian or Alaska Native86%
White78%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Special education32%
Not special education72%
Limited English proficient (LEP)38%
Proficient in English71%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant71%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students85%
Female86%
Male84%
Black or African American85%
Asian100%
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Native83%
White88%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education53%
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)33%
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students95%
Female98%
Male92%
Black or African American95%
Asian100%
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Native83%
White96%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education67%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
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 Students76%
Female81%
Male71%
Black or African American74%
Asian71%
Hispanic72%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Special education36%
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English76%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant76%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students92%
Female95%
Male89%
Black or African American90%
Asian86%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education74%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)71%
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students68%
Female65%
Male71%
Black or African American60%
Asian71%
Hispanic62%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White76%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged75%
Special education30%
Not special education70%
Limited English proficient (LEP)31%
Proficient in English69%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant68%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students92%
Female91%
Male92%
Black or African American91%
Asian100%
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education74%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)77%
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
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 "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

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 38% 34%
Black 32% 14%
Hispanic 26% 48%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 9%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 4%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 49%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 7%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 35%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 24%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 14%N/A23%
21 or more years 20%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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940 N Crowley Rd
Crowley, TX 76036
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Phone: (817) 297-5840

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