Serving 203 students in grades 7-8, Mendez 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mendez Middle School's student population of 203 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Building Bright Futures
School Rankings
Mendez 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 Mendez Middle School is 0.29, 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
#6752 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mendez Middle School's ranking?
Mendez Middle School is ranked #6752 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mendez Middle School often compared to?
Mendez Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dailey Middle 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 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mendez Middle School?
203 students attend Mendez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mendez Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Mendez Middle School offer ?
Mendez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mendez Middle School part of?
Mendez Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mendez Middle School located?
Mendez Middle School is located in the Southeast Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Austin.
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