Skip to main content

Very Good

#2646 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 31% in state

Oliveira Middle

Middle School · BROWNSVILLE ISD

444 LAND O LAKES, Brownsville, TX 78521

Enrollment

739

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,646 of 8,552

In Brownsville

#27 of 66

public schools

In district

#18 of 51

BROWNSVILLE ISD

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Oliveira Middle?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Oliveira Middle

7.3/10

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

Egly EL

6.9/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Perez EL

5.0/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Oliveira Middle

Oliveira Middle is a public middle school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Oliveira Middle serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliveira Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,646 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Oliveira Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Oliveira 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 Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,041
Chronic Absenteeism36.8%

Oliveira Middle — Students at Oliveira Middle score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (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
78%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
27.3%
ELA
49.7%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
49%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Oliveira Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TX
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

444 LAND O LAKES, Brownsville, TX 78521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oliveira Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FAULK MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PERKINS MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
EGLY EL Brownsville 0.1 mi 6.9
PEREZ EL Brownsville 0.9 mi 5.0
PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville 1.0 mi 6.9
HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville 1.0 mi 7.0
HUDSON EL Brownsville 1.4 mi 8.6
PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville 1.4 mi 3.2
GONZALEZ EL Brownsville 1.5 mi 7.3
CROMACK EL Brownsville 1.6 mi 3.8
FAULK MIDDLE Brownsville 1.6 mi 7.7
CASTANEDA EL Brownsville 1.6 mi 6.5
CANALES EL Brownsville 1.6 mi 3.2
PERKINS MIDDLE Brownsville 1.5 mi 7.0
GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville 1.6 mi 5.8
IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville 1.7 mi 8.2
IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY Brownsville 1.7 mi 7.7
DEL CASTILLO EL Brownsville 1.8 mi 4.5
MARTIN EL Brownsville 1.7 mi 7.4
CHAMPION EL Brownsville 1.7 mi 5.7
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville 1.7 mi 5.8
JUBILEE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,276

Median Home Value

$90,500

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

87,860

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

31.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALAMO MIDDLE Ennis, TX 7.3
ARLINGTON CLASSICS ACADEMY - MIDDLE Arlington, TX 7.3
ASA E LOW JR INT Mansfield, TX 7.3
BELTON MIDDLE Belton, TX 7.3
BOERNE MIDDLE NORTH Boerne, TX 7.3
BOHLS MIDDLE Pflugerville, TX 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oliveira Middle

What grades does Oliveira Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Oliveira Middle?

Oliveira Middle has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliveira Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Oliveira Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oliveira Middle rank in TX?

Oliveira Middle ranks #2,646 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Oliveira Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Oliveira Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Oliveira Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliveira Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Oliveira Middle a charter school?

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

Is Oliveira Middle a Title I school?

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

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

94.9% of students at Oliveira 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cameron County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.8%

District

BROWNSVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
37,065
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,041
District Rank
#18 of 51

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.