De La Paz Middle School serves 113 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
De La Paz Middle School's student population of 113 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
SEAHAWK PRIDE
School Rankings
The diversity score of De La Paz Middle School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend De La Paz Middle School?
113 students attend De La Paz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of De La Paz Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De La Paz Middle School?
De La Paz Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does De La Paz Middle School offer ?
De La Paz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is De La Paz Middle School part of?
De La Paz Middle School is part of Riviera Independent School District.
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