Gilbert Gerdes Junior High School

Direction214 E Bowie St, Luling, TX, 78648
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Public School LULING ISD Middle School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 71
Student Progress 80
Closing Performance Gaps 74
Overall 78

Distinction Designations

Medal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Gilbert Gerdes Junior High School, a vibrant educational community nestled in the heart of Luling, Texas, at 214 E Bowie St. As a proud member of the Luling ISD, our school is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student thrives through personalized attention and innovative teaching methods.

At Gilbert Gerdes Junior High, we are home to a dedicated team of 24 professional educators, each with an average of 6 years of teaching experience. Our teachers have been part of our school family for an average of 4 years, building a stable and supportive environment for our students. Their expertise and commitment to educational excellence ensure that our curriculum is both engaging and effective, helping each student reach their full potential.

Our school currently serves a diverse group of 310 students, maintaining an excellent student-to-teacher ratio of 12.90. This allows for tailored instruction and ample individual attention, ensuring that each student's unique needs and learning styles are addressed. Additionally, our 5 skilled educational aids enhance our learning environment, providing additional support to help all students succeed academically and personally.

At Gilbert Gerdes Junior High, we believe in building a future where every student is equipped to achieve their dreams. Our comprehensive curriculum is complemented by a range of extracurricular activities and programs designed to develop leadership, creativity, and critical thinking skills. Whether your child is an aspiring scientist, artist, or athlete, they will find opportunities to explore and excel.

Choosing the right school is pivotal, and at Gilbert Gerdes Junior High, we are committed to making each year enriching and rewarding. We invite you to become a part of our close-knit community where we not only focus on academic excellence but also on raising leaders of tomorrow.

For more information or to arrange a visit, please call us at (830) 875-2121. Discover how Gilbert Gerdes Junior High School can be a part of your child's educational journey and future success.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
06-08
Enrollment
306
Is Charter
No
Address
214 E BOWIE ST, LULING, TX, 78648
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Principal
KELLI JOHNSON
School District
Phone
(830) 875-2121
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Gilbert Gerdes Junior High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 21 6.86%
Hispanic 216 70.59%
White 63 20.59%
Asian 1 0.33%
Native American 0 0.00%
Two or More Races 5 1.63%
Total Students 306 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 251 82.03%
Limited English Proficiency 45 14.71%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 46 15.03%
Gifted & Talented 25 8.17%
Special Education 50 16.34%
Teacher Student Ratio 14.60 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 0 0.00%
20 - 30 years 2 8.57%
10 - 20 years 1 3.33%
6 - 10 years 4 19.52%
1- 5 years 11 54.29%
Beginning Teacher 3 14.29%
Teacher Experience Average 6.40 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 2.00 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 21 100%
Female Teachers 13 62.86 %
Male Teachers 8 37.62 %
School Admin 3
School Support 2
Edu Aids 6
Special Education 0

Gilbert Gerdes Junior High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 64% 72% 63% 69% 38%
African American 42% 53% 33% 50% 25%
Hispanic 61% 70% 61% 67% 28%
White 85% 88% 86% 86% 77%
Asian *% *% *% % %
Two or More Races 20% 20% 33% *% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 59% 67% 58% 64% 35%
Male Students 65% 68% 68% 65% 42%
Female Students 63% 75% 58% 72% 34%
Special Education 33% 35% 36% 31% 23%
Limited English Proficiency 49% 56% 51% 58% 8%

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