Mattei Middle School serves 839 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mattei Middle School's student population of 839 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
839 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mattei 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
20%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mattei Middle School?
839 students attend Mattei Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mattei Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattei Middle School?
Mattei Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mattei Middle School offer ?
Mattei Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mattei Middle School part of?
Mattei Middle School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
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