Summary:
In zip code 79562 (Tuscola, TX), there are two middle schools—Jim Ned Intermediate (grades 4-6) and Jim Ned Middle (grades 7-8)—both part of the Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District, serving a relatively low-poverty area where only 15-17% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch.
Jim Ned Middle is the standout school, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for three consecutive years and ranking in the 92nd to 95th percentile among all Texas middle schools. Its 2025-2026 STAAR reading proficiency (75.8%) and math proficiency (65.7%) both far exceed state averages, and a perfect 100% of 8th graders passed the Algebra I End-of-Course exam—a phenomenal achievement. The school also maintains a 0% dropout rate and spends $9,701 per student, below the state average, indicating efficient resource use. Jim Ned Intermediate serves as a strong feeder, with 2025-2026 reading proficiency at 73.5% and math at 70.3%, both well above state benchmarks. However, a notable dip occurs in 6th-grade math, where proficiency dropped to 54.07% from 88.32% in 5th grade the prior year—still above the state average but signaling a potential transition challenge.
Overall, these schools form a cohesive, high-performing pipeline. The district’s low poverty rates correlate with strong academic outcomes, and Jim Ned Middle’s exceptional Algebra I results and top-tier rankings make it a clear leader. Parents can expect a rigorous, efficient educational environment where students consistently outperform state averages, though the 6th-grade math dip at Jim Ned Intermediate may warrant attention for incoming students.
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