Serving 210 students in grades 6-8, Ricardo Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than 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 86% 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: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ricardo Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Kingsville school district, spanning approximately 80.3 square miles. Families typically drive about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ricardo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ricardo Middle School's student population of 210 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Motto
'Commitment Today Means Success Tomorrow'
School Rankings
Ricardo Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ricardo Middle School is 0.28, 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
#1734 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
6%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ricardo Middle School's ranking?
Ricardo Middle School is ranked #1734 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ricardo Middle School?
210 students attend Ricardo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ricardo Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ricardo Middle School?
Ricardo Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ricardo Middle School offer ?
Ricardo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ricardo Middle School part of?
Ricardo Middle School is part of Ricardo Independent School District.
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