CATHEY MIDDLE SCHOOL
CATHEY MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the MCALLEN ISD school district, located in MCALLEN, TX with about 1,003 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 73 teachers, CATHEY MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
CATHEY MIDDLE School, located in McAllen, Texas, is a prominent campus within the McAllen Independent School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a well-rounded educational experience. The campus places a strong emphasis on preparing students for high school success by fostering a supportive environment that balances rigorous core instruction with a variety of extracurricular activities and elective programs.
Beyond its academic curriculum, CATHEY MIDDLE School is known for its vibrant school culture and active community involvement. The school offers numerous opportunities for student engagement, including fine arts, athletics, and various academic clubs, which help students develop leadership skills and personal interests. By prioritizing both student achievement and social-emotional growth, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere for its diverse student body.
For more information, contact CATHEY MIDDLE at (956) 971-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MCALLEN, TX 78501
(956) 971-4300
http://cathey.mcallenisd.org
CATHEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MCALLEN, TX with about 1,003 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- MCALLEN ISD
- Total Students:
- 1,003
- Teachers:
- 73.16
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,003 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CATHEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 91% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 90.7%
- White
- 6.3%
- Asian
- 2.2%
- Two or more races
- 0.3%
- Black or African American
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.0%
- Male
- 49.0%
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.