Serving 1,157 students in grades 6-8, Medina Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Medina Valley Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Medina Valley School District in Castroville, TX, covering approximately 291.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Medina Valley Middle School's student population of 1,157 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Medina Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medina Valley Middle School is 0.53, 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
#2244 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
25%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medina Valley Middle School's ranking?
Medina Valley Middle School is ranked #2244 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Medina Valley Middle School?
1,157 students attend Medina Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Medina Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medina Valley Middle School?
Medina Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Medina Valley Middle School offer ?
Medina Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Medina Valley Middle School part of?
Medina Valley Middle School is part of Medina Valley Independent School District.
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