Serving 1,046 students in grades 6-8, Dowell Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,046 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dowell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dowell Middle School's student population of 1,046 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,046 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dowell Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dowell Middle School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1111 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dowell Middle School's ranking?
Dowell Middle School is ranked #1111 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dowell Middle School often compared to?
Dowell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faubion Middle School, Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dowell Middle School?
1,046 students attend Dowell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dowell Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dowell Middle School?
Dowell Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dowell Middle School offer ?
Dowell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dowell Middle School part of?
Dowell Middle School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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