Below Average
#6918 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sgt William G Harrell Middle
Middle School · MERCEDES ISD
P O BOX 419, Mercedes, TX 78570
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,918 of 8,552
In Mercedes
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
MERCEDES ISD
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Sgt William G Harrell Middle
Sgt William G Harrell Middle is a public middle school in Mercedes, TX, part of MERCEDES ISD. Sgt William G Harrell Middle serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sgt William G Harrell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,918 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sgt William G Harrell Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Sgt William G Harrell Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sgt William G Harrell Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Sgt William G Harrell 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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Sgt William G Harrell Middle — Students at Sgt William G Harrell Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
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: 4.2/10.
How Sgt William G Harrell Middle Compares
See how Sgt William G Harrell 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
P O BOX 419, Mercedes, TX 78570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sgt William G Harrell Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MARY HOGE MIDDLE (rated 5.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mercedes, see our Mercedes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAYLOR EL Mercedes | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Mercedes | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MERCEDES Mercedes | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mercedes | 2.1 mi | — |
| MERCEDES EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MERCEDES EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM Mercedes | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Mercedes | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD HEALTH PROFESSIONS Mercedes | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE Mercedes | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.5 mi | — |
| MERCEDES H S Mercedes | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| A N RICO EL Weslaco | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| TRAVIS EL Mercedes | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| MARY HOGE MIDDLE Weslaco | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH PALM GARDENS H S Weslaco | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREP WESLACO Weslaco | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA ACADEMY WESLACO Weslaco | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| PREMIER H S OF WESLACO Lewisville | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,890
Median Home Value
$83,400
Median Rent
$686/mo
Population
33,596
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
34.5%
Median Age
27.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sgt William G Harrell Middle
What grades does Sgt William G Harrell Middle serve?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sgt William G Harrell Middle?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sgt William G Harrell Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sgt William G Harrell Middle is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sgt William G Harrell Middle rank in TX?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle ranks #6,918 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sgt William G Harrell Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Sgt William G Harrell Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sgt William G Harrell Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sgt William G Harrell Middle a charter school?
No, Sgt William G Harrell Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sgt William G Harrell Middle a Title I school?
No, Sgt William G Harrell Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sgt William G Harrell Middle?
98.5% of students at Sgt William G Harrell 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
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (956) 514-2300
Resources & Links
District
MERCEDES ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,393
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,385
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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