Below Average
#6641 of 8,552 schools in TX
Charles Middle
Middle School · EL PASO ISD
4909 TROJAN DR, EL Paso, TX 79924
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,641 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#153 of 206
public schools
In district
#41 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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About Charles Middle
Charles Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Charles Middle serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,641 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Charles Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Charles Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Charles Middle — Students at Charles Middle score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Charles Middle Compares
See how Charles Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4909 TROJAN DR, EL Paso, TX 79924
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RICHARDSON MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARKLAND PRE-ENGINEERING MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR JOSEPH TORRES EL El Paso | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BOBBY JOE HILL PK-8 El Paso | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ANDRESS H S El Paso | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| NIXON EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| TOM LEA JR EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| NEWMAN EL El Paso | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - EL PASO El Paso | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| RICHARDSON MIDDLE El Paso | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BARRON EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| COACH ARCHIE DURAN EL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER #3 El Paso | 1.8 mi | — |
| NORTH STAR EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| PARKLAND H S El Paso | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| TRANSMOUNTAIN EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| PARKLAND PRE-ENGINEERING MIDDLE El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| DOLPHIN TERRACE EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PARKLAND PRE K CENTER El Paso | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| DESERTAIRE EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79924 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,786
Median Home Value
$131,200
Median Rent
$1,062/mo
Population
60,399
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
34.6
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|---|---|
| DWIGHT MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 4.8 |
| LA VEGA J H GEORGE DIXON CAMPUS Waco, TX | 4.8 |
| LYLES MIDDLE Garland, TX | 4.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.8 |
| BANDERA MIDDLE Bandera, TX | 4.7 |
| CANYON HILLS MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles Middle
What grades does Charles Middle serve?
Charles Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Charles Middle?
Charles Middle has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles Middle is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles Middle rank in TX?
Charles Middle ranks #6,641 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Charles Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Charles Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles Middle a charter school?
No, Charles Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles Middle a Title I school?
No, Charles Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles Middle?
84.7% of students at Charles Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (915) 236-6550
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #41 of 73
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