Serving 1,741 students in grades 6-8, Melissa Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Melissa Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Melissa, TX, covering approximately 31.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melissa 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
Melissa Middle School's student population of 1,741 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Melissa Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melissa Middle School is 0.75, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
41%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melissa Middle School's ranking?
Melissa Middle School is ranked #732 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Melissa Middle School often compared to?
Melissa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerry & Linda Moore Middle School, Melissa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Melissa Middle School?
1,741 students attend Melissa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Melissa Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melissa Middle School?
Melissa Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melissa Middle School offer ?
Melissa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Melissa Middle School part of?
Melissa Middle School is part of Melissa Independent School District.
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