MERCEDES ISD

District Overview
Located at 206 W. 6th Street in Mercedes, Texas, Mercedes Independent School District is a fully operational, traditional public school system serving families within the vibrant McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metropolitan region. Positioned in a large suburban setting, the district operates 12 active campuses that provide a seamless educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. In total, the district serves a diverse body of 4,207 students, consisting of 2,061 female and 2,146 male learners. The student population is predominantly Hispanic, reflecting the region's strong cultural heritage, alongside smaller representations of White, Black, Asian, Native American, Pacific Islander, and multiracial students.

To foster student success and operational excellence across its schools, Mercedes ISD maintains a robust professional workforce totaling approximately 1,390 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members according to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset. Direct classroom instruction is led by nearly 598 FTE teachers, who are supported by 77 instructional aides offering targeted academic assistance. The educational environment is further fortified by more than 715 support staff personnel managing administrative, health, and operational needs. Families, students, and educational researchers looking to learn more about the district's programs and community initiatives can reach Mercedes ISD by phone at (956) 514-2000 or explore their official website at misdtx.net.
12
Total Schools
4,207
Total Students
598.4
Full-Time Teachers
7.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MERCEDES ISD
Demographic Student Count
White67
Hispanic4,121
Black6
Asian3
Two or More6
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    4,121 (98.0%)
  • White
    67 (1.6%)
  • Black
    6 (0.1%)
  • Two or More
    6 (0.1%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in MERCEDES ISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle2
High3
Other3
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:12
Students:4,207*
Teachers (FTE):598.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.0
Schools in MERCEDES ISD
Found 12 Schools