Summary:
Mathis, Texas is home to a single middle school, Mathis Middle, which serves grades 6 through 8 and is part of the Mathis Independent School District (Isd), a community where a high percentage of students (85.17%) come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
For parents, the most important takeaway is that Mathis Middle shows a dramatic split in academic performance. The school's standout strength is in advanced math: an impressive 89.47% of students taking Algebra I were proficient, far exceeding the state average of 54.03%. However, this success masks a critical weakness in general mathematics, where only 8.82% of 8th graders were proficient compared to 47.24% statewide. Reading scores are a relative strength, coming closer to state averages, but still lag behind in every grade level. The school has also seen a concerning decline in its state ranking, dropping from the 32nd percentile (2 stars) in 2023-2024 to the 19th percentile (1 star) in 2025-2026.
On a positive note, the school reports a 0.0% dropout rate, indicating strong student retention. With a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1 and spending of $10,431 per student, the school provides a structured environment. Parents should be aware that while the school excels at preparing a select group of students for advanced math, the majority of students struggle significantly with grade-level mathematics, making this the primary area of concern for the school community.
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