Mattei Middle School serves 619 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mattei Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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
How many students attend Mattei Middle School?
619 students attend Mattei Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mattei Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattei Middle School?
Mattei Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mattei Middle School offer ?
Mattei Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mattei Middle School part of?
Mattei Middle School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
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