Very Good
#1883 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 22% in state
Travis Middle
Middle School · MCALLEN ISD
600 HOUSTON ST, Mcallen, TX 78501
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,883 of 8,552
In Mcallen
#17 of 37
public schools
In district
#14 of 30
MCALLEN ISD
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Travis Middle
Travis Middle is a public middle school in Mcallen, TX, part of MCALLEN ISD. Travis Middle serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Travis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,883 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Travis Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Travis 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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Travis Middle — Students at Travis Middle score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
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: 8.0/10.
How Travis Middle Compares
See how Travis 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
600 HOUSTON ST, Mcallen, TX 78501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Travis Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VANGUARD VAN GOGH (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pharr), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mcallen, see our Mcallen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIELDS EL Mcallen | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MCALLEN Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| TAYLOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.0 mi | — |
| WILSON EL Mcallen | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LAMAR ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MEMORIAL H S Mcallen | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| INSTR/GUID CENTER Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CATHEY MIDDLE Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ESCANDON EL Mcallen | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| VANGUARD VAN GOGH Pharr | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Mcallen | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| JACKSON EL Mcallen | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL Pharr | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| MCALLEN H S Mcallen | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S Mcallen | 2.2 mi | 9.5 |
| GERALDINE PALMER EL Pharr | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,451
Median Home Value
$149,000
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
59,095
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A P SOLIS MIDDLE Donna, TX | 7.8 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE BIOTECH ACADEMY AT RUSK Houston, TX | 7.8 |
| BROCK J H Brock, TX | 7.8 |
| BUSHLAND J H Bushland, TX | 7.8 |
| DIAZ J H Hidalgo, TX | 7.8 |
| FOUR POINTS MIDDLE Austin, TX | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Travis Middle
What grades does Travis Middle serve?
Travis Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Travis Middle?
Travis Middle has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Travis Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Travis Middle is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Travis Middle rank in TX?
Travis Middle ranks #1,883 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Travis Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Travis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Travis Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Travis Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Travis Middle a charter school?
No, Travis Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Travis Middle a Title I school?
No, Travis Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Travis Middle?
98.4% of students at Travis 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
- 486
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (956) 971-4242
Resources & Links
District
MCALLEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 20,095
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,409
- District Rank
- #14 of 30
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