Serving 455 students in grades 5-8, Mt Vernon Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Vernon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mt Vernon Middle School's student population of 455 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Vernon Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Vernon Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2080 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Mt Vernon Middle School is ranked #2080 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mt Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Mt Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Vernon Elementary School, Mt Vernon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mt Vernon Middle School?
455 students attend Mt Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mt Vernon Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Vernon Middle School?
Mt Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mt Vernon Middle School offer ?
Mt Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Mt Vernon Middle School part of?
Mt Vernon Middle School is part of Mount Vernon ISD School District.
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