Serving 1,146 students in grades 6-8, Elias Herrera Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elias Herrera Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elias Herrera Middle School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Elias Herrera Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elias Herrera Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1554 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Elias Herrera Middle School's ranking?
Elias Herrera Middle School is ranked #1554 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elias Herrera Middle School often compared to?
Elias Herrera Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trautmann Middle School, United Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elias Herrera Middle School?
1,146 students attend Elias Herrera Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Elias Herrera Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elias Herrera Middle School?
Elias Herrera Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elias Herrera Middle School offer ?
Elias Herrera Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elias Herrera Middle School part of?
Elias Herrera Middle School is part of United Independent School District.
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