Cavazos Middle

Cavazos Middle School serves 398 students in grades 6-8 in Lubbock, Texas, offering a focused middle school experience with a favorable 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 35 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition for its performance, ranking #921 out of 8,598 schools statewide and placing in the 89th percentile among Texas schools, with a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. Located at 210 N University in central Lubbock, the school draws from a diverse community where families are working to build brighter futures for their children.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects the character of many growing Texas communities, with a median household income of $37,072 and home values averaging $84,200. About 22% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the community faces economic challenges with a poverty rate of 32.3%. Despite these demographic factors, Cavazos Middle has demonstrated strong academic achievement relative to schools across Texas, suggesting effective teaching and administrative leadership.

The school's smaller class sizes allow for more individualized attention, which can be particularly beneficial during the crucial middle school years when students are developing study habits and academic confidence. Cavazos Middle operates within Lubbock's large city environment, providing students with both urban opportunities and community connections.