Serving 40 students in grades 6-8, San Perlita 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Perlita Middle's attendance zone covers the entire San Perlita school district, encompassing approximately 272.9 square miles in and around San Perlita, TX. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the zone's furthest edge located about 28.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Perlita Middle School's student population of 40 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
San Perlita 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 San Perlita 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
#4269 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2009–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Perlita Middle School's ranking?
San Perlita Middle School is ranked #4269 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Perlita Middle School?
40 students attend San Perlita Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of San Perlita Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Perlita Middle School?
San Perlita Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Perlita Middle School offer ?
San Perlita Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Perlita Middle School part of?
San Perlita Middle School is part of San Perlita Independent School District.
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