Serving 1,023 students in grades 6-8, Santa Rita Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Rita Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Santa Rita Middle School's student population of 1,023 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Santa Rita Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Rita Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1400 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
52%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Santa Rita Middle School's ranking?
Santa Rita Middle School is ranked #1400 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Santa Rita Middle School?
1,023 students attend Santa Rita Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Santa Rita Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Rita Middle School?
Santa Rita Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Rita Middle School offer ?
Santa Rita Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Santa Rita Middle School part of?
Santa Rita Middle School is part of Liberty Hill Independent School District.
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