Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Jose J Alderete 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE's attendance zone encompasses the entire Canutillo school district, covering approximately 55.7 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose J Alderete Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jose J Alderete Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose J Alderete Middle School is 0.12, 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
#3686 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose J Alderete Middle School's ranking?
Jose J Alderete Middle School is ranked #3686 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jose J Alderete Middle School?
570 students attend Jose J Alderete Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jose J Alderete Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose J Alderete Middle School?
Jose J Alderete Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jose J Alderete Middle School offer ?
Jose J Alderete Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jose J Alderete Middle School part of?
Jose J Alderete Middle School is part of Canutillo Independent School District.
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