United South Middle School

3707 Ave Los Presidentes
Laredo, TX 78046
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 894 students in grades 6-8, United South Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 894 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

United South Middle School's student population of 894 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1990

School Rankings

United South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United South Middle School is 0.00, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3936 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
42%
41%
47%
51%
40%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is United South Middle School's ranking?
United South Middle School is ranked #3936 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend United South Middle School?
894 students attend United South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of United South Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of United South Middle School?
United South Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does United South Middle School offer ?
United South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is United South Middle School part of?
United South Middle School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is United South Middle School located?
United South Middle School is located in the Los Presidentes neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Los Presidentes.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 894 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Top 50%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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