Serving 829 students in grades 6-8, Cathey Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cathey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cathey Middle School's student population of 829 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Cathey Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cathey Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1535 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cathey Middle School's ranking?
Cathey Middle School is ranked #1535 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cathey Middle School often compared to?
Cathey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cathey Middle School?
829 students attend Cathey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cathey Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cathey Middle School?
Cathey Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cathey Middle School offer ?
Cathey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cathey Middle School part of?
Cathey Middle School is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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