Serving 785 students in grades 6-8, Bailey Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bailey Middle School's student population of 785 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Bailey Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bailey Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3404 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bailey Middle School's ranking?
Bailey Middle School is ranked #3404 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bailey Middle School often compared to?
Bailey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gorzycki Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bailey Middle School?
785 students attend Bailey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bailey Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bailey Middle School?
Bailey Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bailey Middle School offer ?
Bailey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bailey Middle School part of?
Bailey Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bailey Middle School located?
Bailey Middle School is located in the Shady Hollow West neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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