Serving 691 students in grades 6-8, O Henry Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
O Henry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
O Henry Middle School's student population of 691 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
O. Henry is a GREAT SCHOOL WE CAN MAKE IT BETTER
School Rankings
O Henry Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of O Henry Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1521 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 O Henry Middle School's ranking?
O Henry Middle School is ranked #1521 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are O Henry Middle School often compared to?
O Henry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Small Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend O Henry Middle School?
691 students attend O Henry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of O Henry Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of O Henry Middle School?
O Henry Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does O Henry Middle School offer ?
O Henry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is O Henry Middle School part of?
O Henry Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is O Henry Middle School located?
O Henry Middle School is located in the Westfield neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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