MCDOWELL MIDDLE

HONDO ISD
1602 27TH ST S
HONDO, TX 78861
403 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
403
Total Students
30.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    253 (62.8%)
  • White
    138 (34.2%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.5%)
  • Black
    4 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: HONDO ISD
Phone: (830)426-2261
Website: http://www.hondoisd.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 403
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 266
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 137
Grade 7 116
Grade 8 150
Gender Ratio