Serving 827 students in grades 6-8, Oliveira 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliveira Middle School's student population of 827 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oliveira 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 Oliveira Middle School is 0.02, 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
#4937 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliveira Middle School's ranking?
Oliveira Middle School is ranked #4937 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Oliveira Middle School?
827 students attend Oliveira Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Oliveira Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliveira Middle School?
Oliveira Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oliveira Middle School offer ?
Oliveira Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oliveira Middle School part of?
Oliveira Middle School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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