Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Cunningham Middle At South Park 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cunningham Middle serves the west part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cunningham Middle At South Park's student population of 706 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Hearts and Minds
School Rankings
Cunningham Middle At South Park ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cunningham Middle At South Park is 0.08, 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
#7256 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cunningham Middle At South Park's ranking?
Cunningham Middle At South Park is ranked #7256 out of 8,096 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cunningham Middle At South Park?
706 students attend Cunningham Middle At South Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cunningham Middle At South Park students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cunningham Middle At South Park?
Cunningham Middle At South Park has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cunningham Middle At South Park offer ?
Cunningham Middle At South Park offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cunningham Middle At South Park part of?
Cunningham Middle At South Park is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cunningham Middle At South Park located?
Cunningham Middle At South Park is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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