DOWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

DOWELL MIDDLE is a public middle school that is part of the MCKINNEY ISD school district, located in MCKINNEY, TX with about 1,192 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 75 teachers, DOWELL MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

DOWELL MIDDLE School, located in McKinney, Texas, is part of the McKinney Independent School District and serves students in grades 6 through 8. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, student-centered environment. As a key part of the local community, DOWELL MIDDLE focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by balancing rigorous curriculum standards with a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various student clubs.

The school emphasizes a culture of community and character development, aiming to help students navigate their adolescent years through both educational and social-emotional growth. With a dedicated faculty and staff, DOWELL MIDDLE strives to provide a safe and inclusive atmosphere that encourages students to discover their individual talents and interests. Through its focus on innovation and partnership with parents, the school remains a prominent institution within the McKinney area, consistently working to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

For more information, contact DOWELL MIDDLE at (469) 302-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

301 S E RDG RD
MCKINNEY, TX 75070-4811
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DOWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in MCKINNEY, TX with about 1,192 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MCKINNEY ISD
Total Students:
1,192
Teachers:
75.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I 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 1,192 students

White
59.6%
Hispanic/Latino
24.0%
Black or African American
9.7%
Asian
4.3%
Two or more races
1.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%

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.