Serving 1,146 students in grades 6-8, Parkland Pre-engineering 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than 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: 1,146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkland Middle serves the northern part of El Paso, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkland Pre-engineering 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 Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School is 0.19, 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
#5458 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School's ranking?
Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School is ranked #5458 out of 8,096 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School?
1,146 students attend Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School?
Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School offer ?
Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School part of?
Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School located?
Parkland Pre-engineering Middle School is located in the Dolphin neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Dolphin.
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