Serving 1,173 students in grades 7-8, Maurine Cain Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Maurine Cain Middle serves the southeastern portion of Rockwall, TX, covering an area of approximately 53.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10 to 12-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maurine Cain 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
Maurine Cain Middle School's student population of 1,173 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,173 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Relationships. Innovation. Excellence.
School Rankings
Maurine Cain Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maurine Cain Middle School is 0.63, 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
#892 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Black
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maurine Cain Middle School's ranking?
Maurine Cain Middle School is ranked #892 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Maurine Cain Middle School often compared to?
Maurine Cain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herman E Utley Middle School, J W Williams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Maurine Cain Middle School?
1,173 students attend Maurine Cain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Maurine Cain Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maurine Cain Middle School?
Maurine Cain Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maurine Cain Middle School offer ?
Maurine Cain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Maurine Cain Middle School part of?
Maurine Cain Middle School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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