Serving 870 students in grades 6-8, Resaca 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 55% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Resaca Middle serves the southern part of the Los Fresnos, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 36.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Resaca Middle School's student population of 870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
870 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Resaca 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 Resaca Middle School is 0.06, 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
#3238 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
97%
54%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Resaca Middle School's ranking?
Resaca Middle School is ranked #3238 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Resaca Middle School often compared to?
Resaca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vela Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Resaca Middle School?
870 students attend Resaca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Resaca Middle School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Resaca Middle School?
Resaca Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Resaca Middle School offer ?
Resaca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Resaca Middle School part of?
Resaca Middle School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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