Serving 653 students in grades 6-8, Lucio Middle School 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucio Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lucio Middle School's student population of 653 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lucio Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucio Middle School is 0.02, 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
#4698 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Lucio Middle School's ranking?
Lucio Middle School is ranked #4698 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lucio Middle School often compared to?
Lucio Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garcia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lucio Middle School?
653 students attend Lucio Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lucio Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucio Middle School?
Lucio Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucio Middle School offer ?
Lucio Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lucio Middle School part of?
Lucio Middle School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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