Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Sgt William G Harrell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School's student population of 388 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sgt William G Harrell Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7696 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sgt William G Harrell Middle School's ranking?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School is ranked #7696 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sgt William G Harrell Middle School?
388 students attend Sgt William G Harrell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sgt William G Harrell Middle School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sgt William G Harrell Middle School?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sgt William G Harrell Middle School offer ?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sgt William G Harrell Middle School part of?
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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