Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, Mcdowell 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdowell Middle School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1904
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Student, Every Classroom, Every Day
School Rankings
Mcdowell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdowell Middle School is 0.42, 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
#5410 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Mcdowell Middle School's ranking?
Mcdowell Middle School is ranked #5410 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mcdowell Middle School often compared to?
Mcdowell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D'hanis School, Medina Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mcdowell Middle School?
394 students attend Mcdowell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mcdowell Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdowell Middle School?
Mcdowell Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcdowell Middle School offer ?
Mcdowell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcdowell Middle School part of?
Mcdowell Middle School is part of Hondo Independent School District.
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