Serving 669 students in grades 7-8, Francisco Pancho Medrano J High 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francisco Medrano Middle School serves the northwest part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School's student population of 669 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High 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 Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is 0.17, 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
#5629 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School's ranking?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is ranked #5629 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School?
669 students attend Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School offer ?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School part of?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School located?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest Dallas.
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