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Pflugerville Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1038 students

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Posted June 24, 2012

I am a student that currently attends this school right now it's summer break but I am about to enter 8th grade and so far this school has given me the worst experience. I have had a lot of bullying issues happen to me yet the teachers don't seem to care or notice and when I did inform them they would always make the issue worse by picking favorites or by not paying attention to what really happened I would really reccomend any parents who plan to put there students in this school to think twice and choose another middle school if that's possible take this advice from a student who is more aware of what happens than parents or teachers, and I have also witnessed many other students being bullied and teachers aren't doing anything about it I know many people who have changed schools due to this issue


Posted August 18, 2011

My daughter attended this school for 6th and 8th grade and some of 7th. I have to say that all the teachers and staff are real genuine people who care for the kids. Especially Ms. Melunga and Mr. Stell. My daughter had caused some troubles at this school and was struggling however they all still cared for her and never did they frown upon or just throw her to the side like a lot of teachers do. It is a very diverse school and each child is looked after in the best interest of the child and no child is ever judged. I thank the staff for everything they did for my family. They are awesome!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 12, 2007

I feel that PMS is the best middle school in Pflugerville! It has an extremely diverse campus and the teachers embrace the differences in cultures. They enjoy teaching and it shows in the way they deal with the kids. The administration seems to care about letting the teachers do their job and are there as a support system. As a substitute, I won't take jobs at some Pflugerville schools but it is a joy to come to PMS (my child loves it there, too)!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 12, 2007

In 2003 our oldest son entered the 6th grade at Pflugerville Middle School and our middle son is currently entering the 8th grade at PMS. Over all the school has done well in educating our children. Theres always that one teacher that goes the extra mile and really cares about his students ie. ' Mr. Pitch ' ! and then theres the one teacher that shouldn't be teaching if they are that miserable. Also , I would like to add that this school also provides a program for children with dislexia and the teacher of that program , Ms. Winn, is amazing!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 3, 2006

The assistant principal has shown a keen awareness of problems my child was having and went out of his way to engage him and try to draw him out. The problems were not behavioral, but social and the principal has been helpful in getting assistance. Also, all of my childs teachers have responded quickly when I contact them and offer insightful feedback about my child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 2, 2005

This school provides AP classes for all levels. The teachers are well diverse in their various fields. We had a rough start in the 6th grade when the school failed to let the parents know that the choir program had been canceled and placed our children in other areas without prior approvel, this caused difficulty in placing children in the right classes for them. The choir program was reinstated the next year and now has a awesome director.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 2, 2004

In 2002, this school had way to much violence! I found this school to be slightly hostile to parents and students. Due to the behavior problems within the school, I know the education of the students suffered. This is unfortunate! Until this schools improves I wouldn't send my children here to learn.
—Submitted by Trina Abdelkader, a parent


Posted May 29, 2004

One of four middle schools in the district, PMS is distinguished by having the staff with most years of experience. I've found the principal to be knowledgable and caring. Built in '85, the building has been undergoing a much-needed physical make-over, and students have reacted positively to those changes (no more graffiti!). My experience with the pre-AP program has been positive. The school was the winner of the state safety award this year, received for its programs to increase safety, productivity, and morale.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 11, 2004

This was our third year in PMS and I must say that with the new principal things are changing. The attitude is more positive in general. There are still a few teachers who were under the previous principal who tend to teach in an overbearing manner and does not see the student as an individual, but again the general atmosphere of the school has improved with the new principal and her new staff. Hopefully, this trend will continue.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 4, 2003

PMS has a few very good teachers-teachers who care about the students and are committed to proving them with a good start in school. However, the general attitude of the school toward the students and parents is hostile and adversarial. From the moment my first child started there until my youngest finished there this past year, the students were treated as if they needed to be 'broken'. We had a generally unhappy experience with PMS. Thankfully, the high school is infinitely better! I strongly suggest sending your child to a differnt middle school if at all possible!
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

308 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

307 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
86%

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 81% in 2011.

299 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

299 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
87%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

298 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
90%
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.

371 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

370 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

370 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
74%

2008

 
 
73%
Social Studies

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

370 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
90%
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%
Female74%
Male68%
Black or African American66%
Asian89%
Hispanic65%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White73%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Special education24%
Not special education75%
Limited English proficient (LEP)52%
Proficient in English74%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant71%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students76%
Female81%
Male72%
Black or African American75%
Asian93%
Hispanic63%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education26%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)33%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant76%
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 Students73%
Female70%
Male75%
Black or African American61%
Asian90%
Hispanic69%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White86%
Economically disadvantaged66%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Special education35%
Not special education77%
Limited English proficient (LEP)47%
Proficient in English76%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant73%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students84%
Female80%
Male87%
Black or African American86%
Asian90%
Hispanic77%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education62%
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students88%
Female95%
Male82%
Black or African American88%
Asian90%
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education59%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented94%
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 Students86%
Female90%
Male82%
Black or African American80%
Asian88%
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education45%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)61%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students96%
Female97%
Male94%
Black or African American95%
Asian94%
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education74%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)71%
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students76%
Female77%
Male76%
Black or African American66%
Asian81%
Hispanic73%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education35%
Not special education79%
Limited English proficient (LEP)37%
Proficient in English80%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant76%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students94%
Female96%
Male92%
Black or African American91%
Asian94%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education70%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)73%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
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 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 35% 48%
White 32% 34%
Black 25% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 7% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 10%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 10%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 8%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 39%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 13%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 34%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 13%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 20%N/A23%
21 or more years 20%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1600 W Settlers Vly Dr
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Phone: (512) 594-2000

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