Serving 632 students in grades 6-8, Grulla 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grulla Middle serves the southeast part of Rio Grande City, TX, covering an area of approximately 237.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 24.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grulla Middle School's student population of 632 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Grulla 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 Grulla 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
#6698 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grulla Middle School's ranking?
Grulla Middle School is ranked #6698 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Grulla Middle School?
632 students attend Grulla Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Grulla Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grulla Middle School?
Grulla Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grulla Middle School offer ?
Grulla Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Grulla Middle School part of?
Grulla Middle School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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