Choosing the right middle school for your children can prove to be a daunting task. Middle school is when children start to flex their growing independence. This is a critical transition period for students. As they assert their independence, their responsibilities increase, they attend multiple classes and their academic performance are closely monitored and graded. Schools focus on preparing them for the more rigorous academic grind in high school.
We are making this task easier for you by comparing two above average middle schools: Space Center Intermediate and Clear Lake Intermediate. We compiled relevant data for you to be able to make an informed decision. Both schools are under the jurisdiction of the CLEAR CREEK ISD.
Space Center Intermediate’s regular student population is 785 with a 13.1 students/teacher ratio. The student population at Clear Lake Intermediate is 837 students and a 15.1 students/teacher ratio.
Space Center Intermediate was accorded a State accountability rating of C (70-79) based on three domains: student achievement, school progress and closing the gaps. Scores are scaled from 0 to 100 to align with letter grades. The school scored 77 in student achievement, 77 in school progress and 78 in closing performance gaps. It scored 77 overall in post-secondary readiness, a broad term that refers to student preparedness to undertake multiple pathways after graduation, or specifically, their preparedness for college education.
On the other hand, Clear Lake Intermediate also earned a State accountability rating of C. The school posted 75 in student achievement, 75 in school progress, 72 in closing performance gaps and 74 overall in post-secondary readiness.
| Rating |
C
Average
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|---|---|
| Student Achievement | 77 |
| Student Progress | 77 |
| Closing Performance Gaps | 78 |
| Overall | 77 |
A distinction designation acknowledges districts and campuses for outstanding achievement based on the outcomes of several performance indicators. Distinction designations are awarded for achievement in several areas and are based on performance relative to a group of campuses of similar type, size, grade span, and student demographics.
Space Center Intermediate's two out of seven distinctions are in Social Studies and post-secondary. Clear Lake Intermediate did not earn any distinction.
| Distinctions |
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| Distinctions | 0/7 |
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Based on Racial/Ethnic Groups, Hispanics comprise the biggest group at Space Center Intermediate. They make up for 45.86% of student population, followed by Whites or Caucasians (34.14%), African Americans (8.28%), Asians (6.24%), Two or More Races (5.22%) and Native Americans (0.25%).
The student population at Clear Lake Intermediate is also predominantly by Hispanics at 48.63%, followed by Whites or Caucasians (26.64%), African Americans (11.71%), Asians (7.05%), Two or More Races (5.50%) and Native Americans (0.36%).
Based on household incomes, the Space Center Intermediate’s economically disadvantaged students is slightly lower at 53.38% compared to 57.47% at Clear Lake Intermediate.
In terms of Limited English Proficiency (LEP), a term used in the United States that refers to a person who is not fluent in the English Language, mainly because it is not their native language, Space Center Intermediate has a significantly higher number of English Language Learners comprising 27.90% of its student population compared to 19.24% at Clear Lake Intermediate.
In addition, Space Center Intermediate has 27.52% bilingual students, 3.06% are in the gifted and talented program, while 19.11% are in the special education program. This stacks up against Clear Lake Intermediate with 20.31% bilingual students, 3.94% gifted and talented students and 23.06% students in the special education program.
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 8.28% | 65 |
| Hispanic | 45.86% | 360 |
| White | 34.14% | 268 |
| Asian | 6.24% | 49 |
| Native American | 0.25% | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 5.22% | 41 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 785 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 53.38% | 419 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 27.90% | 219 |
| Total Students | 100% | 785 |
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 11.71% | 98 |
| Hispanic | 48.63% | 407 |
| White | 26.64% | 223 |
| Asian | 7.05% | 59 |
| Native American | 0.36% | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 5.50% | 46 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 837 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 57.47% | 481 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 19.24% | 161 |
| Total Students | 100% | 837 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 27.52% | 216 |
| Gifted & Talented | 3.06% | 24 |
| Special Education | 19.11% | 150 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 1.67% | 13 |
| Total Students | 100% | 785 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 20.31% | 170 |
| Gifted & Talented | 3.94% | 33 |
| Special Education | 23.06% | 193 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 1.80% | 15 |
| Total Students | 100% | 837 |
Space Center Intermediate's 59 teachers have been working at the campus for an average of 8.2 years with individual teaching experience averaging 12.5 years. Teachers at Clear Lake Intermediate, numbering 55 teachers, have been serving the school for an average of 6.8 years with individual teaching experience averaging 10.4 years.
Of its teaching staff, Space Center Intermediate no teacher serving the school for over 30 years, has 13 teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, 20 teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 13 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 13 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including one beginning teacher only. Clear Lake Intermediate no teacher serving the school for over 30 years, has seven teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, 16 teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 14 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 16 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including two beginning teachers.
In both schools, female teachers outnumber the male teachers. At Space Center Intermediate there are 38 female teachers and 21 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, 12 special education teachers are being assisted by nine teachers aides or paraprofessionals. In addition to its teaching staff, the school has three staff members in the school administration department and nine more working as school support staff.
At Clear Lake Intermediate there are 43 female teachers and 12 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, eight special education teachers are being assisted by seven teachers aides or paraprofessionals. In addition to its teaching staff, the school has five staff members in the school administration department and five more working as school support staff.
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | - | - |
| 20 - 30 years | 21.78% | 13 |
| 10 - 20 years | 33.00% | 20 |
| 6 - 10 years | 22.28% | 13 |
| 1- 5 years | 21.27% | 13 |
| Beginning Teacher | 1.68% | 1 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 12.5 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 8.2 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 60 |
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | - | - |
| 20 - 30 years | 13.20% | 7 |
| 10 - 20 years | 28.75% | 16 |
| 6 - 10 years | 24.95% | 14 |
| 1- 5 years | 29.66% | 16 |
| Beginning Teacher | 3.44% | 2 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 10.4 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 6.8 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 55 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Female Teachers | 64.66% | 39 |
| Male Teachers | 35.34% | 21 |
| School Admin | 3 | |
| School Support | 9 | |
| Edu Aids | 9 | |
| Special Education | 12 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 60 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Female Teachers | 78.12% | 43 |
| Male Teachers | 21.88% | 12 |
| School Admin | 5 | |
| School Support | 5 | |
| Edu Aids | 7 | |
| Special Education | 7 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 55 |
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