Very Good
#1693 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 20% in state
Brown Middle
Middle School · MCALLEN ISD
2700 S WARE RD, Mcallen, TX 78503
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,693 of 8,552
In Mcallen
#15 of 37
public schools
In district
#13 of 30
MCALLEN ISD
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Brown Middle
Brown Middle is a public middle school in Mcallen, TX, part of MCALLEN ISD. Brown Middle serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,693 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Brown Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Brown Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brown Middle — Students at Brown Middle score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Brown Middle Compares
See how Brown Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2700 S WARE RD, Mcallen, TX 78503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 9.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY SHIMOTSU EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Mission), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mcallen, see our Mcallen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESCANDON EL Mcallen | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LLOYD & DOLLY BENTSEN EL Mission | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| INSTR/GUID CENTER Mcallen | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ROMULO D MARTINEZ EL Mission | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ROOSEVELT EL Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA MCALLEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA MCALLEN ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| IDEA LOS ENCINOS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA LOS ENCINOS ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| HOUSTON EL Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TAYLOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.6 mi | — |
| RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Mission | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SHARYLAND H S Mission | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| SHARYLAND ADVANCED ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mission | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MCALLEN Mcallen | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S Mcallen | 2.6 mi | 9.5 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY Mcallen | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HARRY SHIMOTSU EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,765
Median Home Value
$130,100
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
22,566
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
32.1
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| EUBANKS INT Southlake, TX | 7.9 |
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| HILLSBORO INT Hillsboro, TX | 7.9 |
| LEONARD EVANS JR MIDDLE Mckinney, TX | 7.9 |
| LOS OBISPOS MIDDLE Laredo, TX | 7.9 |
| MELILLO MIDDLE Houston, TX | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Middle
What grades does Brown Middle serve?
Brown Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Brown Middle?
Brown Middle has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Middle is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown Middle rank in TX?
Brown Middle ranks #1,693 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Brown Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brown Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brown Middle a charter school?
No, Brown Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Middle a Title I school?
No, Brown Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Middle?
88.0% of students at Brown Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (956) 632-8700
Resources & Links
District
MCALLEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 20,095
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,409
- District Rank
- #13 of 30
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