Overview

Paredes Middle School is named for Américo Paredes, a 20th Century Mexican-American scholar. The mission of Paredes is to prepare students to be successful and productive community members, lifelong learners, and creative problem solvers who value teamwork, cultural diversity, and mutual respect. Student achievement is a top priority at Paredes. The school?s climate encourages positive, respectful behavior to help students learn in a supportive environment.


La Escuela Secundaria Paredes lleva el nombre de Américo Paredes, un académico mexicoamericano del siglo XX. La misión de Paredes es preparar a los estudiantes para que sean miembros exitosos y productivos de la comunidad, aprendices de por vida y solucionadores de problemas creativos que valoran el trabajo en equipo, la diversidad cultural y el respeto mutuo. El rendimiento estudiantil es una prioridad en Paredes. El clima de la escuela fomenta un comportamiento positivo y respetuoso para ayudar a los estudiantes a aprender en un entorno comprensivo.

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Signature Programs

Student & Family Supports

After-school Meals
Communities in Schools
Free Breakfast and Lunch for All Students

Performance | Demographics

2022 STAAR Percent at Approaches Grade Level or above

62%44%60%29%51%0102030405060708090100ReadingMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesAll Subjects

2022 Accountability

As required by Senate Bill 1365 (87th Texas Legislature), academic accountability ratings for 2022 were limited to A, B, C, and Not Rated.

Accountability Rating: Not Rated: SB 1365

Student Achievement: Not Rated: SB 1365

School Progress: Not Rated: SB 1365

Closing the Gaps: C

Source: Texas Education Agency

2023-24 Student Demographics

African American7.0%Hispanic81.0%White5.8%American Indian0%Asian2.6%Pacific Islander0.2%Two or More Races3.5%Economically DisadvantagedEnglish Language LearnersSpecial Education75.0%43.5%22.1%Enrollment: 625(As of 10/27/2023)