Mackenzie Middle

Mackenzie Middle serves 456 students in grades 6 through 8 in Lubbock, Texas, earning a solid 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks impressively at #923 out of 8,598 Texas schools, placing it in the 89th percentile statewide—a testament to its strong performance among middle schools across the state. With 42 full-time equivalent teachers, Mackenzie Middle maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, allowing for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes than many schools.

This staffing level supports meaningful relationships between educators and students during these crucial middle school years. The school draws families from a diverse community where the median household income is $65,774 and 40% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood reflects a mix of economic backgrounds, with median home values around $187,000 and a poverty rate of 19.5%, creating an environment where students from various circumstances learn together.

Located on West 12th Street in this large Texas city, Mackenzie Middle serves a substantial ZIP code area of over 35,000 residents. The school's strong state ranking suggests it's successfully preparing its students for high school while serving the varied educational needs of Lubbock's growing community.