Serving 518 students in grades 6-9, Sgt Manuel Chacon 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE serves the southern part of the Mercedes, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 23.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sgt Manuel Chacon 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 Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School is 0.04, 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
#6854 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School's ranking?
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School is ranked #6854 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School?
518 students attend Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School?
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School offer ?
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School part of?
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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