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Dr Jack Cockrill Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1246 students

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4 stars

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2012:
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2011:
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Posted January 20, 2013

I attended Cockrill from 7th-8th grade. The staff was amazing!!! I loved each and every single one of my teachers. I felt like i was truly learning a lot and that the did a great job of preparing me for high school. The extracurricular activities were outstanding as well especially sports. The coaches NEVER used foul language around the us and also made sure that the kids were doing good in the classroom as well as on the field. Cockrill was a very good middle school, but the only complaint I would have to make would be the fact that sometimes the other kids could be very mean to each other and some bullying took place, but that can be expected in nearly every middle school. Since graduation from Cockrill I have gone on to be a phenomenal student at McKinney Boyd. My freshman year I maintained a 4.0 GPA and am currently ranked in the top 6% of my class. I feel that Cockrill played a huge role in my success, and I would strongly recommend enrolling there.


Posted August 28, 2012

Transferring from out of state is a huge challenge. We submitted online registration 2 weeks prior to school starting and was reassured registrar would request student records which included immunization record from prior school. That didn't happen until the 2nd day of school. I brought in proof documents 5 times to the school after receiving no returned phone calls or emails to find out status. First impressions of a school are given by the office and registrar and they were not at all interested in what my concerns were but would talk over me or walk away while I"m talking. Which explains why they didn't understand me the 5 times I had to come in and provide the same documents. Had to take time off work just to try to communicate with school. I hope the teachers and administrators are much more professional and take an interest in educating my child. So far everyone in McKinney has been great, just a poor first impression of this school unfortunately.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 18, 2012

All I know about this school is 2 6th graders entering this school and the fact that they always beat our school basketball team. (out team sucked anyway this year...)


Posted July 20, 2011

cockrill is GREAT! but the only thing i would have to change.... would be how some students treat eachother. its a major problem.... trust me.


Posted January 27, 2011

I have been attending Jack Cockrill Middle School for all 3 years it has been open, and i love it!! Especially the best teacher in the world, Mrs. Thompson!


Posted January 10, 2010

The entire staff at Cockrill, from Dr. Defelice down, is the most incredible, caring group of educators my family has had the pleasure of being around. I have one child at this school currently, and he is challenged and rewarded every day. I would recommend this school and staff to any parent looking for an exemplary educational experience for their child!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 15, 2009

I love this school so much! Every day here is the best day for me.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 3, 2009

Cockrill Middle School is an outstanding school. The teachers' are very intelligent at CMS. I could mention one of em',''Darla Jackson. Thats an out standing teacher I could never forget. She always knows how to help out students. The pep Rallys. WOW!! I was astonished by the cheerleaders,CREED AWARDS[most important thing in the school, and the symphonic bands 1&2. But one thing,ITS ALWAYS GREAT TO BE A COWBOY!
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 6, 2009

Famoninal Satff and Students! Great Building and Technology!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2008

The Staff/Students and School Is awesome! Dr. De Felice You Rock as a Principal and the Vice and Head Principals Are doing great at Greeting Kids walking in the hallways making sure everything is going great which it is and knowing the kids name is a BIG success KEY. Cockrill Is the 1# Better Than The Rest of McKinney Schools Such as Dowell or Faubion now im No pointing names thats my opionion. All the Mckinney Schools are great but i think cokcrill works extra har Go Cowboys Students and Staff Keep Being the Best Lets Show them the Best!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2008

Famnominal staff and student body. Cockrill looks awesome the technology the looks the new fresh design
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 28, 2008

I love Cockrill Middle School! It just started but I already love the way they set it up! Cockrill's teachers respect a whole lot and I know that by the end of the year it will have a 5 star rating. GO COCKRILL COWBOYS!
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

377 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

377 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

376 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

381 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
n/a
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

381 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

335 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

337 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

327 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
n/a
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

326 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students93%
Female94%
Male92%
Black or African American83%
Asian100%
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education75%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)64%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students89%
Female91%
Male87%
Black or African American77%
Asian93%
Hispanic75%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education60%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)23%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students90%
Female92%
Male88%
Black or African American76%
Asian92%
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education61%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)76%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students92%
Female96%
Male89%
Black or African American83%
Asian92%
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education62%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)65%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students95%
Female99%
Male91%
Black or African American96%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education70%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)94%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Black or African American93%
Asian100%
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White96%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education100%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented97%

Reading

All Students98%
Female98%
Male97%
Black or African American94%
Asian100%
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White99%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education88%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students85%
Female83%
Male88%
Black or African American69%
Asian100%
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White93%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education60%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)25%
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students98%
Female99%
Male97%
Black or African American93%
Asian100%
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White100%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education93%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 61% 34%
Hispanic 20% 48%
Black 17% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1351 N Hardin Rd
McKinney, TX 75071
Phone: (469) 302-7900

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