Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Mendez 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 3% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mendez Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mendez Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mendez Middle School is 0.24, 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
#8071 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendez Middle School's ranking?
Mendez Middle School is ranked #8071 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mendez Middle School often compared to?
Mendez Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dailey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Mendez Middle School?
498 students attend Mendez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mendez Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mendez Middle School?
Mendez Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mendez Middle School offer ?
Mendez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mendez Middle School part of?
Mendez Middle School is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Mendez Middle School located?
Mendez Middle School is located in the Southeast Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Austin.
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