Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, Commerce Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Commerce Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Commerce Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commerce Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#6358 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
34%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Commerce Middle School's ranking?
Commerce Middle School is ranked #6358 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Commerce Middle School?
329 students attend Commerce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Commerce Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commerce Middle School?
Commerce Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commerce Middle School offer ?
Commerce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Commerce Middle School part of?
Commerce Middle School is part of Commerce Independent School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025Commerce Middle School iss the best school i've been to in forever. Best place to go and learn. Great disapline. The principa l (Mr.Just) Is the awesomest one yet!(:1 10/10/2025One of the worst districts when it comes to academics. If you ever move to another district, your child will be 2-3 years behind grade level. Teachers do not tutor before or after school. If your child has a learning disability, they will not follow the accommodations or modifications.5 10/10/2025nice.Review Commerce Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Commerce Middle School iss the best school i've been to in forever. Best place to go and learn. Great disapline. The principa l (Mr.Just) Is the awesomest one yet!(:
One of the worst districts when it comes to academics. If you ever move to another district, your child will be 2-3 years behind grade level. Teachers do not tutor before or after school. If your child has a learning disability, they will not follow the accommodations or modifications.
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