Needs Improvement
#8521 of 8,552 schools in TX
Paredes Middle
Middle School · AUSTIN ISD
10100 S MARY MOORE SEARIGHT DR, Austin, TX 78748
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,521 of 8,552
In Austin
#241 of 241
public schools
In district
#118 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Paredes Middle
Paredes Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Paredes Middle serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Paredes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,521 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Paredes Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Paredes 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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Paredes Middle — Students at Paredes Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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: 1.9/10.
How Paredes Middle Compares
See how Paredes 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
10100 S MARY MOORE SEARIGHT DR, Austin, TX 78748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paredes Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARANOFF EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COWAN EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASEY EL Austin | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI Austin | 1.2 mi | — |
| AKINS H S Austin | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| WILLIAMS EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| KOCUREK EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| COWAN EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN Austin | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PARKSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| BEDICHEK MIDDLE Austin | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| WAYSIDE EDEN PARK ACADEMY Austin | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BARANOFF EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ODOM EL Austin | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS ACADEMY Austin | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,652
Median Home Value
$434,100
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
54,942
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
36.5
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| DOBIE MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.2 |
| MANOR MIDDLE Manor, TX | 2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paredes Middle
What grades does Paredes Middle serve?
Paredes Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Paredes Middle?
Paredes Middle has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paredes Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Paredes Middle is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paredes Middle rank in TX?
Paredes Middle ranks #8,521 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Paredes Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Paredes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Paredes Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paredes Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Paredes Middle a charter school?
No, Paredes Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paredes Middle a Title I school?
No, Paredes Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paredes Middle?
75.0% of students at Paredes 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (512) 841-6800
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #118 of 118
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