Below Average
#6531 of 8,552 schools in TX
Coakley Middle
Middle School · HARLINGEN CISD
407 N 77 SUNSHINE STRIP, Harlingen, TX 78550
Enrollment
717
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
717
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,531 of 8,552
In Harlingen
#30 of 32
public schools
In district
#27 of 29
HARLINGEN CISD
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About Coakley Middle
Coakley Middle is a public middle school in Harlingen, TX, part of HARLINGEN CISD. Coakley Middle serves approximately 717 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Coakley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,531 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Coakley Middle show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Coakley 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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Coakley Middle — Students at Coakley Middle score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
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: 4.9/10.
How Coakley Middle Compares
See how Coakley 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
407 N 77 SUNSHINE STRIP, Harlingen, TX 78550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coakley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HARLINGEN COLLEGIATE H S (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ALBANS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOWIE EL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harlingen, see our Harlingen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON EL Harlingen | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| TRAVIS EL Harlingen | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| BOWIE EL Harlingen | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Harlingen | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| VERNON MIDDLE Harlingen | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SECONDARY ALTER CTR Harlingen | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JEFFERSON EL Harlingen | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LAMAR EL Harlingen | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| AUSTIN EL Harlingen | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BEN MILAM EL Harlingen | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| BONHAM EL Harlingen | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ZAVALA EL Harlingen | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST ALBANS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Harlingen | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI III - STEM ACADEMY Harlingen | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CROCKETT EL Harlingen | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| TREASURE HILLS EL Harlingen | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| EDNA TAMAYO HOUSE Harlingen | 1.9 mi | — |
| HARLINGEN H S Harlingen | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| HARLINGEN COLLEGIATE H S Harlingen | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| HARLINGEN H S - SOUTH Harlingen | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,524
Median Home Value
$120,500
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
54,169
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coakley Middle
What grades does Coakley Middle serve?
Coakley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Coakley Middle?
Coakley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 717 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coakley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Coakley Middle is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coakley Middle rank in TX?
Coakley Middle ranks #6,531 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Coakley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Coakley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Coakley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coakley Middle has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Coakley Middle a charter school?
No, Coakley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coakley Middle a Title I school?
No, Coakley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coakley Middle?
84.7% of students at Coakley 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
- 717
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (956) 427-3000
Resources & Links
District
HARLINGEN CISD- District Enrollment
- 16,780
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,586
- District Rank
- #27 of 29
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