Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Jaime Escalante 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jaime Escalante Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jaime Escalante Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Jaime Escalante Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jaime Escalante 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
#5780 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
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
What is Jaime Escalante Middle School's ranking?
Jaime Escalante Middle School is ranked #5780 out of 8,188 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jaime Escalante Middle School?
535 students attend Jaime Escalante Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jaime Escalante Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jaime Escalante Middle School?
Jaime Escalante Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jaime Escalante Middle School offer ?
Jaime Escalante Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jaime Escalante Middle School part of?
Jaime Escalante Middle School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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