Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Mineola Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: MINEOLA MIDDLE's attendance zone covers the entire Mineola school district, encompassing approximately 90.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes from most areas within the zone, which extends up to 10.2 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mineola Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mineola Middle School's student population of 388 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Mineola 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 Mineola Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1938 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
56%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mineola Middle School's ranking?
Mineola Middle School is ranked #1938 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mineola Middle School?
388 students attend Mineola Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mineola Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mineola Middle School?
Mineola Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mineola Middle School offer ?
Mineola Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mineola Middle School part of?
Mineola Middle School is part of Mineola Independent School District.
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