Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Montwood 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montwood Middle serves the west part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montwood Middle School's student population of 597 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montwood 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 Montwood 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
#3439 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Montwood Middle School's ranking?
Montwood Middle School is ranked #3439 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Montwood Middle School often compared to?
Montwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William D Slider Middle School, Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School, Hornedo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Montwood Middle School?
597 students attend Montwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Montwood Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Montwood Middle School?
Montwood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montwood Middle School offer ?
Montwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Montwood Middle School part of?
Montwood Middle School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Montwood Middle School located?
Montwood 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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