Serving 1,210 students in grades 6-8, Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School's student population of 1,210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#874 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
50%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School's ranking?
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School is ranked #874 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School often compared to?
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dowell Middle School, Faubion Middle School, Lorene Rogers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School?
1,210 students attend Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School?
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School offer ?
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School part of?
Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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