Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Ringgold Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ringgold Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ringgold Middle School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ringgold Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ringgold Middle School is 0.02, 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
#7603 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ringgold Middle School's ranking?
Ringgold Middle School is ranked #7603 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Ringgold Middle School?
683 students attend Ringgold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ringgold Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ringgold Middle School?
Ringgold Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ringgold Middle School offer ?
Ringgold Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ringgold Middle School part of?
Ringgold Middle School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla ISD School District.
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