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#7733 of 8,552 schools in TX

Driscoll Middle

Middle School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

3501 KENWOOD DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Enrollment

560

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

3.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,733 of 8,552

In Corpus Christi

#78 of 83

public schools

In district

#48 of 52

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

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Driscoll Middle

3.8/10

Middle School in Corpus Christi · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Driscoll Middle

Driscoll Middle is a public middle school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Driscoll Middle serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Driscoll Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,733 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Driscoll Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

71% of students at Driscoll 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,836
Chronic Absenteeism70.5%

Driscoll Middle — Students at Driscoll Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
18.6%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
28%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Driscoll Middle Compares

See how Driscoll Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
10th percentile in TX
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.5%

Location

3501 KENWOOD DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Driscoll Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST OSO J H (rated 5.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTIN MIDDLE (rated 3.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OAK PARK SPECIAL EMPHASIS SCHOOL Corpus Christi 0.5 mi 5.5
ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 0.6 mi 4.9
ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi 0.7 mi 4.9
HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi 1.0 mi 8.2
PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi 1.1 mi 5.9
SHAW SES Corpus Christi 1.6 mi 3.5
ALLEN EL Corpus Christi 1.7 mi 4.7
MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 3.6
COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 7.9
DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 7.3
TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 2.8
WEST OSO H S Corpus Christi 2.2 mi 6.4
WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 2.2 mi 6.9
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.2 mi 7.2
WEST OSO J H Corpus Christi 2.4 mi 5.7
COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi 2.4 mi 8.0
CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 3.1
STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER Corpus Christi 2.6 mi 5.3
KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi 2.6 mi 6.1
WEST OSO EL Corpus Christi 2.6 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,096

Median Home Value

$82,300

Median Rent

$979/mo

Population

9,631

College Educated

8.2%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

38.7

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MADISON MIDDLE Abilene, TX 3.8
RIVERSIDE MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Driscoll Middle

What grades does Driscoll Middle serve?

Driscoll Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Driscoll Middle?

Driscoll Middle has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Driscoll Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Driscoll Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Driscoll Middle rank in TX?

Driscoll Middle ranks #7,733 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Driscoll Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Driscoll Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Driscoll Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Driscoll Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Driscoll Middle a charter school?

No, Driscoll Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Driscoll Middle a Title I school?

No, Driscoll Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Driscoll Middle?

95.7% of students at Driscoll 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Nueces County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.5%

District

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
District Enrollment
33,053
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,836
District Rank
#48 of 52

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