Serving 981 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 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 981 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rodriguez Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 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
#4273 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rodriguez Middle School's ranking?
Rodriguez Middle School is ranked #4273 out of 8,079 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Rodriguez Middle School?
981 students attend Rodriguez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Rodriguez Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rodriguez Middle School?
Rodriguez Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 ISD School District.
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