Summary:
In zip code 76520, there is one middle school, Cameron Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 in the Cameron Independent School District (Isd), with 305 students and a high rate of economic disadvantage at 68.2%.
Cameron Middle presents a striking contrast in performance. Its advanced math program is a standout, with 80% of Algebra I test-takers proficient in 2025-2026, far exceeding the state average of 54%. However, the school struggles significantly in standard grade-level subjects. For example, only 9% of 7th graders were proficient in math and just 10% of 8th graders in social studies, both well below state averages. This creates a "bimodal" picture where a select group of students excels while the majority falls behind. The school’s state ranking has also been volatile, dropping from the 39th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 13th percentile the following year, before recovering slightly to the 21st percentile in 2025-2026, where it remains a 1-star school.
A key takeaway is the declining performance as students advance. In reading, 6th graders nearly match the state average, but proficiency drops sharply in 7th and 8th grades, suggesting students fall further behind over time. The school’s high Algebra I scores may indicate resources are concentrated on top-tier students, potentially at the expense of the broader student body. With a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1 and a zero percent dropout rate, the school has structural strengths, but the data suggests a need for more balanced support across all grade levels and subjects to improve overall outcomes.
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