Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Vela Middle School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vela Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Vela Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vela 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
#3896 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
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
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Vela Middle School's ranking?
Vela Middle School is ranked #3896 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vela Middle School often compared to?
Vela Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzano Middle School, Resaca Middle School, Stillman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vela Middle School?
601 students attend Vela Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Vela Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vela Middle School?
Vela Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vela Middle School offer ?
Vela Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vela Middle School part of?
Vela Middle School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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