Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Ortiz 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ortiz Middle serves the southeast area of Houston, TX, encompassing approximately 3.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ortiz Middle School's student population of 772 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
772 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we can provide the tools our students need to accomplish greatness.
School Rankings
Ortiz 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 Ortiz Middle School is 0.23, 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
#6860 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ortiz Middle School's ranking?
Ortiz Middle School is ranked #6860 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ortiz Middle School often compared to?
Ortiz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ortiz Middle School?
772 students attend Ortiz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ortiz Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ortiz Middle School?
Ortiz Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ortiz Middle School offer ?
Ortiz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ortiz Middle School part of?
Ortiz Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ortiz Middle School located?
Ortiz Middle School is located in the Southeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Houston.
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