Below Average
#6904 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ortiz Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
6767 TELEPHONE RD, Houston, TX 77061
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,904 of 8,552
In Houston
#549 of 723
public schools
In district
#210 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Ortiz Middle
Ortiz Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Ortiz Middle serves approximately 823 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ortiz Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,904 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ortiz Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Ortiz 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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Ortiz Middle — Students at Ortiz Middle score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
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: 4.5/10.
How Ortiz Middle Compares
See how Ortiz 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
6767 TELEPHONE RD, Houston, TX 77061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ortiz Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. YES PREP - HOBBY (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARTMAN MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEWIS EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CORNELIUS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GARDEN VILLAS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| HARTMAN MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| GREGG EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SEGUIN EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GOLFCREST EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP CLIMB ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| YES PREP - HOBBY Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PARK PLACE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| BONNER EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON HOBBY Dallas | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| GENESIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| EARLY COLLEGE T-STEM ACADEMY Houston | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PSTEM ACADEMY Houston | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,520
Median Home Value
$215,200
Median Rent
$973/mo
Population
24,238
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
34.4
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| BETTYE MYERS MIDDLE Shady Shores, TX | 4.6 |
| CLEAR LAKE INT Houston, TX | 4.6 |
| COYLE MIDDLE TECHNOLOGY CENTER FOR MATH AND SCIENC Rowlett, TX | 4.6 |
| DEADY MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.6 |
| GRANBURY MIDDLE Granbury, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ortiz Middle
What grades does Ortiz Middle serve?
Ortiz Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ortiz Middle?
Ortiz Middle has an enrollment of approximately 823 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ortiz Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ortiz Middle is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ortiz Middle rank in TX?
Ortiz Middle ranks #6,904 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ortiz Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ortiz Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Ortiz Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ortiz Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ortiz Middle a charter school?
No, Ortiz Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ortiz Middle a Title I school?
No, Ortiz Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ortiz Middle?
94.0% of students at Ortiz 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 823
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (713) 845-5650
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #210 of 272
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