Serving 849 students in grades 6-8, Cathey Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cathey Middle School's student population of 849 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cathey Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cathey Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2326 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
5%
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
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
2%
8%
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 Cathey Middle School's ranking?
Cathey Middle School is ranked #2326 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cathey Middle School often compared to?
Cathey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Cathey Middle School?
849 students attend Cathey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cathey Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cathey Middle School?
Cathey Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cathey Middle School offer ?
Cathey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cathey Middle School part of?
Cathey Middle School is part of Mcallen ISD School District.
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