Serving 635 students in grades 6-8, Rodriguez 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rodriguez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rodriguez Middle School's student population of 635 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Rodriguez 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 Rodriguez Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#6069 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rodriguez Middle School's ranking?
Rodriguez Middle School is ranked #6069 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rodriguez Middle School?
635 students attend Rodriguez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Rodriguez Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rodriguez Middle School?
Rodriguez Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rodriguez Middle School offer ?
Rodriguez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rodriguez Middle School part of?
Rodriguez Middle School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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