Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Salvador Sanchez 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salvador Sanchez Middle serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salvador Sanchez Middle School's student population of 544 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Seize Your Opportunity
School Rankings
Salvador Sanchez 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 Salvador Sanchez Middle School is 0.04, 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
#5089 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salvador Sanchez Middle School's ranking?
Salvador Sanchez Middle School is ranked #5089 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Salvador Sanchez Middle School?
544 students attend Salvador Sanchez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Salvador Sanchez Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salvador Sanchez Middle School?
Salvador Sanchez Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salvador Sanchez Middle School offer ?
Salvador Sanchez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salvador Sanchez Middle School part of?
Salvador Sanchez Middle School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
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