Serving 1,106 students in grades 6-8, Mcniel Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcniel Middle School's student population of 1,106 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcniel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcniel Middle School is 0.62, 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
#4494 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcniel Middle School's ranking?
Mcniel Middle School is ranked #4494 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mcniel Middle School often compared to?
Mcniel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like City View Elementary School, Kirby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mcniel Middle School?
1,106 students attend Mcniel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mcniel Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcniel Middle School?
Mcniel Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcniel Middle School offer ?
Mcniel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcniel Middle School part of?
Mcniel Middle School is part of Wichita Falls Independent School District.
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