SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the MERCEDES ISD school district, located in MERCEDES, TX with about 595 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 9th 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 49 teachers, SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL 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.

Sgt. William G. Harrell Middle School is located in Mercedes, Texas, and operates as part of the Mercedes Independent School District. Serving students in the Rio Grande Valley, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and personal growth. It is named in honor of Sergeant William G. Harrell, a local Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, reflecting the district’s commitment to instilling values of integrity, service, and civic pride within its student body.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous core instruction with opportunities for extracurricular development. By leveraging the resources of the Mercedes ISD, the campus focuses on preparing middle-schoolers for the transition to high school through targeted support systems and technology-integrated learning. For more information regarding current programs, district policies, or campus updates, stakeholders can visit their official website at [www.misdtx.net](http://www.misdtx.net).

For more information, contact SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE at (956) 514-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.