Very Good
#3199 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 37% in state
Perkins Middle
Middle School · BROWNSVILLE ISD
4750 AUSTIN RD, Brownsville, TX 78521
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,199 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#37 of 66
public schools
In district
#26 of 51
BROWNSVILLE ISD
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Perkins Middle
Perkins Middle is a public middle school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Perkins Middle serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Perkins Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,199 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Perkins Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Perkins 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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Perkins Middle — Students at Perkins Middle score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
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: 6.1/10.
How Perkins Middle Compares
See how Perkins 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
4750 AUSTIN RD, Brownsville, TX 78521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perkins Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLIVEIRA MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LUCIO MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAMPION EL Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| GONZALEZ EL Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Brownsville | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| EGLY EL Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PENA EL Brownsville | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DEL CASTILLO EL Brownsville | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| VERMILLION ROAD EL Brownsville | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| EL JARDIN EL Brownsville | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LUCIO MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CROMACK EL Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| RIVERA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CASTANEDA EL Brownsville | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HUDSON EL Brownsville | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTHMOST EL Brownsville | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perkins Middle
What grades does Perkins Middle serve?
Perkins Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Perkins Middle?
Perkins Middle has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perkins Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Perkins Middle is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perkins Middle rank in TX?
Perkins Middle ranks #3,199 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Perkins Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Perkins Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Perkins Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perkins Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Perkins Middle a charter school?
No, Perkins Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perkins Middle a Title I school?
No, Perkins Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perkins Middle?
96.6% of students at Perkins 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
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (956) 831-8770
Resources & Links
District
BROWNSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,065
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,041
- District Rank
- #26 of 51
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