Serving 870 students in grades 6-8, Veterans Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Middle School's student population of 870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Veterans Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Middle School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7271 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Middle School's ranking?
Veterans Middle School is ranked #7271 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Veterans Middle School?
870 students attend Veterans Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Veterans Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Middle School?
Veterans Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Middle School offer ?
Veterans Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Veterans Middle School part of?
Veterans Middle School is part of Donna Independent School District.
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