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#3421 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
Francisco Barrientes Middle
Middle School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
1,113
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,113
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,421 of 8,552
In Edinburg
#27 of 52
public schools
In district
#21 of 42
EDINBURG CISD
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Francisco Barrientes Middle
Francisco Barrientes Middle is a public middle school in Edinburg, TX, part of EDINBURG CISD. Francisco Barrientes Middle serves approximately 1,113 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Francisco Barrientes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,421 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Francisco Barrientes Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Francisco Barrientes 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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Francisco Barrientes Middle — Students at Francisco Barrientes Middle score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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: 6.4/10.
How Francisco Barrientes Middle Compares
See how Francisco Barrientes 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
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francisco Barrientes Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAVIS EL Edinburg | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN Edinburg | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Edinburg | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL Edinburg | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM Edinburg | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ROBERT R VELA H S Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LINCOLN EL Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| EDINBURG COLLEGIATE H S Edinburg | 1.3 mi | — |
| SANCTUARY ACADEMY OF THE REGIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE Edinburgh | 1.3 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LEE EL Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD WORLD SCHOLARS Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| EDINBURG H S Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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| ALBRIGHT MIDDLE Houston, TX | 6.9 |
| ANN RICHARDS STEAM ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 6.9 |
| B L GARZA MIDDLE Edinburg, TX | 6.9 |
| FRANCISCO PANCHO MEDRANO J H Dallas, TX | 6.9 |
| JERRY R WALKER MIDDLE Little Elm, TX | 6.9 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Edinburg, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francisco Barrientes Middle
What grades does Francisco Barrientes Middle serve?
Francisco Barrientes Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Francisco Barrientes Middle?
Francisco Barrientes Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Barrientes Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Barrientes Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francisco Barrientes Middle rank in TX?
Francisco Barrientes Middle ranks #3,421 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Francisco Barrientes Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Francisco Barrientes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Francisco Barrientes Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francisco Barrientes Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Francisco Barrientes Middle a charter school?
No, Francisco Barrientes Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francisco Barrientes Middle a Title I school?
No, Francisco Barrientes Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Barrientes Middle?
83.0% of students at Francisco Barrientes 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
- 1,113
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (956) 289-2430
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #21 of 42
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