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Dr Don P Woolley Middle School is
a rural public school
in Mesquite, Texas that is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
It serves 1,050 students
in grades 6 - 8.
Its teachers have had 6 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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89%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
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Last updated Apr 30, 2026
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Dr Don P Woolley Middle School
$2,287
raised using DonorsChoose
6
projects
funded
4
teachers
funded
9
donors
1
project
for
basic supplies
1
project for
books
1
project
for
art supplies
Dr Don P Woolley Middle School has received support from
5 individuals from Texas and
4 individuals out-of-state.
