Serving 390 students in grades 6-8, Sgt William G Harrell 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 97% 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: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SGT William G Harrell Middle School serves the northern part of Mercedes, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 22.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School's student population of 390 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sgt William G Harrell 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 William G Harrell Middle School is 0.06, 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
#7466 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sgt William G Harrell Middle School's ranking?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School is ranked #7466 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sgt William G Harrell Middle School?
390 students attend Sgt William G Harrell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sgt William G Harrell Middle School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sgt William G Harrell Middle School?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sgt William G Harrell Middle School offer ?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sgt William G Harrell Middle School part of?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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