Serving 434 students in grades 5-8, Rio Hondo 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 25% (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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RIO HONDO J H's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Rio Hondo, TX, covering approximately 83.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Hondo Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Rio Hondo 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 Rio Hondo 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
#6093 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Hondo Middle School's ranking?
Rio Hondo Middle School is ranked #6093 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?
25% 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 Rio Hondo Middle School?
434 students attend Rio Hondo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rio Hondo Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Hondo Middle School?
Rio Hondo Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Hondo Middle School offer ?
Rio Hondo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rio Hondo Middle School part of?
Rio Hondo Middle School is part of Rio Hondo Independent School District.
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