MCDOWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

MCDOWELL MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the HONDO ISD school district, located in HONDO, TX with about 429 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, MCDOWELL MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MCDOWELL MIDDLE School is located in Hondo, Texas, and serves as a key academic institution within the Hondo Independent School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the developmental needs of students in the early adolescent years, providing a bridge between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal growth, preparing students for success as they transition into their teenage years.

As part of the Hondo ISD community, MCDOWELL MIDDLE School emphasizes core academic disciplines while often offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and clubs, to ensure a well-rounded student experience. The school works closely with families and the local Hondo community to maintain a strong educational foundation. For parents, students, or community members looking for specific details regarding current faculty, school calendars, or district policies, the official school website at http://www.hondoisd.net serves as the primary resource for up-to-date information.

For more information, contact MCDOWELL MIDDLE at (830) 426-2261 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1602 27TH ST S
HONDO, TX 78861
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MCDOWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HONDO, TX with about 429 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
HONDO ISD
Total Students:
429
Teachers:
34.99
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 429 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MCDOWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 76% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
75.8%
White
22.1%
Black or African American
0.9%
Two or more races
0.7%
Asian
0.5%

Female
47.6%
Male
52.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.