Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Oliveira 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 35% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oliveira Middle serves the southeast part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most students typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliveira Middle School's student population of 699 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Oliveira 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 Oliveira Middle School is 0.02, 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
#4639 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliveira Middle School's ranking?
Oliveira Middle School is ranked #4639 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?
35% 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 Oliveira Middle School?
699 students attend Oliveira Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Oliveira Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliveira Middle School?
Oliveira Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oliveira Middle School offer ?
Oliveira Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oliveira Middle School part of?
Oliveira Middle School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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