MELILLO MIDDLE SCHOOL

MELILLO MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PASADENA ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 704 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th 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 53 teachers, MELILLO 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.

MELILLO MIDDLE School is a public school located in the South Belt/Ellington area of Houston, Texas, serving students in grades 5 and 6 as part of the Pasadena Independent School District (PISD). The school is noted for its specific structure as an intermediate campus, which focuses on providing a transitional academic environment between elementary school and the junior high level. It operates with a commitment to fostering a supportive community, emphasizing foundational skills in core subjects while helping students navigate the developmental shifts associated with early adolescence.

Beyond its core curriculum, MELILLO MIDDLE School actively participates in the broader district initiatives of Pasadena ISD, which include a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement, technology integration, and student leadership. The campus is centrally located near Hughes Road, serving a diverse student population and maintaining a collaborative relationship with the surrounding neighborhood. By focusing on the unique needs of fifth and sixth graders, the school aims to build both academic readiness and the social-emotional habits necessary for long-term success in their later secondary education years.

For more information, contact MELILLO MIDDLE at (713) 740-5260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.