Serving 18 students in grades 5-11, Developmental Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-11
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Developmental Center in Mexia, TX serves an attendance zone of approximately 170.3 square miles, covering the entire district and allowing for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 8.9 miles, with the furthest point being 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Developmental Center's student population of 18 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-11
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Developmental Center is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
33%
13%
White
39%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blackcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Developmental Center?
18 students attend Developmental Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Developmental Center students are White, 33% of students are Black, and 28% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Developmental Center?
Developmental Center has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Developmental Center offer ?
Developmental Center offers enrollment in grades 5-11
What school district is Developmental Center part of?
Developmental Center is part of Mexia Independent School District.
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