Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School's student population of 732 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2402 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School's ranking?
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School is ranked #2402 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School often compared to?
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ssg Manuel R Puentes, Montwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School?
732 students attend Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School?
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School offer ?
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School part of?
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School located?
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School is located in the Eastview neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastview.
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