Serving 1,045 students in grades 6-8, Memorial 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,045 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Middle serves the southern part of Edinburg, TX, covering an area of approximately 16 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest point being nearly 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 1,045 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,045 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Together, We Can!
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial Middle School is 0.00, 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
#4348 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2006–2018. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #4348 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
1,045 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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