Serving 730 students in grades 6-8, Zapata 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zapata Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Zapata, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1,058 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 20.1 miles to the edge of the zone and some residents living as far as 31.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zapata Middle School's student population of 730 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zapata 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 Zapata Middle School is 0.00, 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
#6772 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zapata Middle School's ranking?
Zapata Middle School is ranked #6772 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Zapata Middle School?
730 students attend Zapata Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Zapata Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zapata Middle School?
Zapata Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zapata Middle School offer ?
Zapata Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Zapata Middle School part of?
Zapata Middle School is part of Zapata County Independent School District.
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