Serving 252 students in grades 5-8, Ricardo Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ricardo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ricardo Middle School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ricardo Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ricardo Middle School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2277 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ricardo Middle School's ranking?
Ricardo Middle School is ranked #2277 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Ricardo Middle School?
252 students attend Ricardo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ricardo Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ricardo Middle School?
Ricardo Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ricardo Middle School offer ?
Ricardo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ricardo Middle School part of?
Ricardo Middle School is part of Ricardo ISD School District.
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