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Cunningham Middle At South Park

2901 MCARDLE RD, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78415

About Cunningham Middle At South Park

Cunningham Middle at South Park is located at 2901 McArdle Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78416. The campus serves students in grades 6 through 8 within Corpus Christi Independent School District. The school enrolls approximately 702 students, placing it in the mid-range compared to other middle schools in Corpus Christi. The student–teacher ratio is approximately 14:1, which is fairly typical for a district campus serving this grade span. The student body is about 50% male and 50% female. At Cunningham Middle at South Park, 16% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 37% scored at or above that level for reading. The school runs on a standard middle school schedule where students move between core classes and electives with different teachers. Students here usually continue on Corpus Christi ISD’s high school pathway after eighth grade. Homes near the school often sell from the low-$100Ks into the mid-$200Ks, depending on neighborhood and property size. Its structure corresponds with the criteria that numerous families typically seek when evaluating top middle schools in Texas, rendering it an attractive option for those emphasizing quality education and community resources.

Cunningham Middle At South Park Contact Information

Address

2901 MCARDLE RD, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78415

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Phone

(361) 878-4630

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 16%
Reading 37%
State average proficiency is 16% in Math and 37% in Reading.
49
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
702
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2007 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Cunningham Middle At South Park

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:50 AM - 4:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 1.42%
Asian 0.43%
Hispanic 94.87%
Black 2.99%
Two+ Races 0.28%
Native Am. 0%
White
1.42%
Asian
0.43%
Hispanic
94.87%
Black
2.99%
Two+ Races
0.28%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 702
50.14%
352 Female
49.86%
350 Male

Student Population

702 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

234 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Cunningham Middle at South Park student Maddison Zepeda competed at the Texas State Science and Engineering Fair at Texas A&M University. She earned eight interviews after advancing through a statewide field of nearly 25,000 students. Her participation marked a high-level academic competition achievement for the school.

FAQ

Q1. How do students usually work through assignments at Cunningham Middle School at South Park in Corpus Christi?

Ans. Cunningham Middle School at South Park often uses guided classwork, short writing tasks, and teacher-supported practice during lessons.

Q2. What kind of participation is expected during class at Cunningham Middle School at South Park?

Ans. Cunningham Middle School at South Park expects students to respond to prompts, complete tasks, and stay involved during instruction.

Q3. What type of classroom routine is common at Cunningham Middle School at South Park?

Ans. Cunningham Middle School at South Park uses a steady lesson flow with review, teaching, and follow-up work.

Q4. How does Cunningham Middle School at South Park help students who need extra support?

Ans. Cunningham Middle School at South Park teachers provide clarification, monitor work, and give additional help during class time.

Q5. How are school reminders shared at Cunningham Middle School at South Park?

Ans. Cunningham Middle School at South Park provides families with school notices, event reminders, and campus updates digitally.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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