Serving 761 students in grades 6-8, Moises Vela 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moises Vela Middle School serves the southwest part of Harlingen, TX, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moises Vela Middle School's student population of 761 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
761 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Moises Vela 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 Moises Vela Middle School is 0.11, 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
#4467 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moises Vela Middle School's ranking?
Moises Vela Middle School is ranked #4467 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Moises Vela Middle School?
761 students attend Moises Vela Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Moises Vela Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moises Vela Middle School?
Moises Vela Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moises Vela Middle School offer ?
Moises Vela Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Moises Vela Middle School part of?
Moises Vela Middle School is part of Harlingen CISD School District.
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