Serving 646 students in grades 6-8, A P Solis Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A P Solis Middle serves the southwest part of Donna, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 26.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
A P Solis Middle School's student population of 646 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
A P Solis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A P Solis Middle School is 0.00, 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
#4089 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A P Solis Middle School's ranking?
A P Solis Middle School is ranked #4089 out of 8,096 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend A P Solis Middle School?
646 students attend A P Solis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of A P Solis Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A P Solis Middle School?
A P Solis Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does A P Solis Middle School offer ?
A P Solis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is A P Solis Middle School part of?
A P Solis Middle School is part of Donna Independent School District.
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