Very Good
#2341 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 27% in state
South Middle
Middle School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,341 of 8,552
In Edinburg
#14 of 52
public schools
In district
#11 of 42
EDINBURG CISD
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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South Middle
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About South Middle
South Middle is a public middle school in Edinburg, TX, part of EDINBURG CISD. South Middle serves approximately 1,235 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. South Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,341 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at South 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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South Middle — Students at South Middle score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
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: 7.6/10.
How South Middle Compares
See how South 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 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON ELEM Edinburg | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| LEE EL Edinburg | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD WORLD SCHOLARS Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBERT R VELA H S Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| TRAVIS EL Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| DE LA VINA EL Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SANCTUARY ACADEMY OF THE REGIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE Edinburgh | 1.5 mi | — |
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| KIDS LEARNING CENTER Edinburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| CANTERBURY EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| EDINBURG COLLEGIATE H S Edinburg | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Middle
What grades does South Middle serve?
South Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend South Middle?
South Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at South Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Middle rank in TX?
South Middle ranks #2,341 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
South Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 South Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Middle a charter school?
No, South Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Middle a Title I school?
No, South Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Middle?
65.7% of students at South 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
- 1,235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (956) 289-2415
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #11 of 42
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