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Sellers Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 804 students

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4 stars

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Posted November 15, 2012

This school is by far the worst school in Garland. The Principal doesn't really focus on the school's Academic progress. All he does is worry about what color socks the kids are wearing. My kids didn't even know what a gang was until they went to this school The saddest part is they learned it from the School staff (especially principal) because they say that by wearing mismatch socks "it's considered gang related"! Really, when most of the 6th graders are failing this is the least he should be worried about. I pray that the school gets shut down or a new principal. The teahers are really not that bad, but they are worried on the "school rules" instead of teaching right! I am changing my kids ASAP, the only thing holding me back is the waiting list for all the good schools in GISD are pretty long.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2012

This is honestly a terrible school. But most are in Garland. If you have kids who will be going to school, try not to move into this area. It has low test scores, and a lot of violence goes on. There isn't enough rules, and kids get bullied to often.


Posted November 14, 2011

im very happy about this schol with my challenging work and very well working teachers to help kids out with anything im a 8th grader and thi is my first year at sellers and im so happy that i moved out from a worst school and i wold recommend this school five star even if its old:)


Posted April 18, 2011

I'm not impressed with this school at all. I don't agree with any of the postings.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 13, 2011

As a teacher, Sellers is the best there is. There is great administrative support, technology in the classroom, and awesome staff to work with. I have taught there twice. I left and came back. I would return again if given the chance.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 24, 2010

I love this school my child got his first straight A's in this school. My son has been doing Great and I am going to put my daughter in this school next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 10, 2010

i attended this school in it was so much fun!! fun place to go in learn at the same time. but the princible is to strict!!!
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 17, 2008

My husband attended this school and now our (5)children are attending or have attended this school. The teachers and staff there are great people and do just about anything to assure that you and your children are comfortable.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2008

The teachers are dedicated and will do their best to ensure that their students understand the subjects being taught. Tutorials are available for students who need a refresher or perhaps extra time to finish their work or correct the assignments turned in. There are many opportunities to learn and extra-curricular activities are available as well. The instruction is excellent and the staff well-rounded. This school is not Recognized for 2 years in a row for nothing!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted August 4, 2008

I've had 2 children attend Sellers and was most pleased with the education they received. I will admit that when I first learned that my oldest son did not make it into Austin Academy and would have to go to Sellers I was very upset and a little afraid. I had heard horror stories from other parents and was nervous about everything. But the teachers are always available and every time I've scheduled a parent/teacher conference or had a concern, I've always been contacted promptly. I also like that Sellers has been a Recognized school. Way to go! I think Sellers has come a long way over the years!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 27, 2008

This school is in a very diverse neighborhood. It was a Recognized school last year. So that negates the first reviewer. They were also chosen as one of the ten most improved schools in the state. Great teachers and very willing to meet the needs of all children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 26, 2008

This Is A Very Good School It Has Changed Over The Years A Whole Lot. They Find Alot Of Ways To Help The Kids Understand How To Do There Work. I Have To Agree Though That It Is Around A Bad Neighborhood And That There Are Alot Of Fights! Allthough I Don't Agree On The Education Part! Have U Seen There TAKS Scores? There Amazing!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2006

The tutoring is good, many available times to fit with parents schedule. Teachers are available via email and phone. The academics are good.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 8, 2005

Oh no. This school has a horrible neighborhood around it, there is way too many fights, and the kids aren't educated well. Parents, stay away from this school. It's a nightmare for your child and the teachers don't give a care about their education. I would never reccommend this to anyone I know. Don't trust this school in taking care of your child and her/his education.
—Submitted by an administrator


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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.

245 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

249 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
94%
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.

261 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

263 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
83%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

257 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
86%
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.

250 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

251 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

250 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
84%
Social Studies

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

251 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
97%
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 Students80%
Female77%
Male82%
Black or African American81%
Asian79%
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Special education44%
Not special education82%
Limited English proficient (LEP)55%
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students88%
Female91%
Male85%
Black or African American91%
Asian93%
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education70%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)59%
Proficient in English91%
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 Students79%
Female79%
Male79%
Black or African American78%
Asian83%
Hispanic75%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged77%
Special education58%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)47%
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students84%
Female89%
Male80%
Black or African American89%
Asian89%
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education63%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)46%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students95%
Female97%
Male94%
Black or African American98%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education92%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English98%
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 Students90%
Female90%
Male91%
Black or African American82%
Asian100%
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education58%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)76%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students89%
Female92%
Male87%
Black or African American86%
Asian95%
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education69%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)41%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students78%
Female78%
Male78%
Black or African American69%
Asian95%
Hispanic74%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education38%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)32%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant78%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Black or African American98%
Asian100%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education94%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)95%
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talentedn/a
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 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
Hispanic 60% 48%
Black 21% 14%
White 13% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 7% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 14%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 1%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 18%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 66%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 9%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 38%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 19%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 18%N/A23%
21 or more years 16%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1009 Mars Dr
Garland, TX 75040
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