Serving 297 students in grades 6-8, Mcreynolds 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCREYNOLDS MIDDLE serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcreynolds Middle School's student population of 297 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mcreynolds 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 Mcreynolds Middle School is 0.47, 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
#7734 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
65%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
33%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcreynolds Middle School's ranking?
Mcreynolds Middle School is ranked #7734 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mcreynolds Middle School?
297 students attend Mcreynolds Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mcreynolds Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcreynolds Middle School?
Mcreynolds Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcreynolds Middle School offer ?
Mcreynolds Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcreynolds Middle School part of?
Mcreynolds Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcreynolds Middle School located?
Mcreynolds Middle School is located in the Denver Harbor And Port Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Denver Harbor And Port Houston.
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