Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: HURLA M MIDKIFF EL serves the northeast part of Mission, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2552 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Yellow, Blue
School Mascot
Mavericks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School's ranking?
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School is ranked #2552 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School often compared to?
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mims Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School?
657 students attend Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School?
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School offer ?
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School part of?
Hurla M Midkiff Elementary School is part of Mission CISD School District.
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