Below Average
#7104 of 8,552 schools in TX
Curtistene S Mccowan Middle
Middle School · DESOTO ISD
1500 MAJESTIC MEADOWS, Glenn Heights, TX 75154
Enrollment
670
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
670
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,104 of 8,552
In Glenn Heights
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
DESOTO ISD
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Curtistene S Mccowan Middle
Middle School in Glenn Heights · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Curtistene S Mccowan Middle
Curtistene S Mccowan Middle is a public middle school in Glenn Heights, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. Curtistene S Mccowan Middle serves approximately 670 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Curtistene S Mccowan Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,104 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Curtistene S Mccowan Middle show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Curtistene S Mccowan 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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Curtistene S Mccowan Middle — Students at Curtistene S Mccowan Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.9%
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: 4.2/10.
How Curtistene S Mccowan Middle Compares
See how Curtistene S Mccowan 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
1500 MAJESTIC MEADOWS, Glenn Heights, TX 75154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Curtistene S Mccowan Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BESSIE COLEMAN MIDDLE (rated 3.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Cedar Hill), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DESOTO WEST MIDDLE (rated 3.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Desoto), a more accessible option. For more schools in Glenn Heights, see our Glenn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| COCKRELL HILL EL Desoto | 1.5 mi | 1.8 |
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 2.0 mi | — |
| OVILLA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ovilla | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SHIELDS EL Red Oak | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) Desoto | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY Desoto | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CEDAR HILL COLLEGIATE PREP Cedar Hill | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| RUSSELL P SCHUPMANN EL Red Oak | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| WATERFORD OAKS EL Cedar Hill | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BESSIE COLEMAN MIDDLE Cedar Hill | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
| DOLORES MCCLATCHEY EL Midlothian | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 3.1 mi | 2.3 |
| HIGHLANDS EL Cedar Hill | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 3.3 mi | — |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,150
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
50,178
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 4.4 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Irving, TX | 4.4 |
| EDWIN M WELLS MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.4 |
| GONZALES J H Gonzales, TX | 4.4 |
| HUFFMAN MIDDLE Huffman, TX | 4.4 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Curtistene S Mccowan Middle
What grades does Curtistene S Mccowan Middle serve?
Curtistene S Mccowan Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Curtistene S Mccowan Middle?
Curtistene S Mccowan Middle has an enrollment of approximately 670 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Curtistene S Mccowan Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Curtistene S Mccowan Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Curtistene S Mccowan Middle rank in TX?
Curtistene S Mccowan Middle ranks #7,104 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Curtistene S Mccowan Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Curtistene S Mccowan Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Curtistene S Mccowan Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Curtistene S Mccowan Middle has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Curtistene S Mccowan Middle a charter school?
No, Curtistene S Mccowan Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Curtistene S Mccowan Middle a Title I school?
No, Curtistene S Mccowan Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Curtistene S Mccowan Middle?
73.9% of students at Curtistene S Mccowan 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
- 670
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (972) 274-8090
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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