Serving 736 students in grades 6-8, Harold Cade Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harold Cade Middle School's student population of 736 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Harold Cade Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold Cade Middle School is 0.57, 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
#3300 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold Cade Middle School's ranking?
Harold Cade Middle School is ranked #3300 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harold Cade Middle School often compared to?
Harold Cade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harold Cade Middle School?
736 students attend Harold Cade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harold Cade Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harold Cade Middle School?
Harold Cade Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harold Cade Middle School offer ?
Harold Cade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harold Cade Middle School part of?
Harold Cade Middle School is part of Victoria Independent School District.
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