MCDADE ISD

Nestled in a rural setting within the greater Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metropolitan region, McDade Independent School District (ISD) serves as an essential educational anchor for the local community of McDade, Texas. Headquartered at 156 Marlin Street, this open, traditional public school district operates two campuses that deliver a complete academic pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. McDade ISD educates a close-knit student body of 377 pupils, maintaining a balanced enrollment of 190 male and 187 female students. The student population reflects a diverse rural community, comprising a strong Hispanic majority of 217 students, alongside 142 White students, and representation from multiracial, Black, Native American, and Pacific Islander backgrounds.

To foster student success across all grade levels, McDade ISD benefits from a robust and dedicated workforce relative to its student enrollment. The district’s staffing framework includes approximately 74 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers, supported by 16 FTE instructional aides and over 71 FTE specialized support personnel, bringing the total staff to nearly 162 FTE positions. This generous staffing capacity enables low student-to-teacher ratios and personalized instructional support throughout the district's operating schools. For families, educators, and researchers looking for a traditional public school system that blends small-town community values with access to Texas's capital region, McDade ISD offers a supportive and structured environment focused on comprehensive student development.