Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, Hanks Middle School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hanks Middle School's student population of 1,007 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Hanks Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanks Middle School is 0.10, 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
#4033 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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
What is Hanks Middle School's ranking?
Hanks Middle School is ranked #4033 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hanks Middle School often compared to?
Hanks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastwood Middle School, Eastwood Knolls International by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hanks Middle School?
1,007 students attend Hanks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hanks Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanks Middle School?
Hanks Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hanks Middle School offer ?
Hanks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hanks Middle School part of?
Hanks Middle School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hanks Middle School located?
Hanks Middle School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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