Below Average
#6985 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ricardo Estrada Middle
Middle School · CLINT ISD
14521 HORIZON BLVD, EL Paso, TX 79928
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,985 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#166 of 206
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
CLINT ISD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ricardo Estrada Middle
Ricardo Estrada Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of CLINT ISD. Ricardo Estrada Middle serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ricardo Estrada Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ricardo Estrada Middle show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Ricardo Estrada Middle — Students at Ricardo Estrada Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 2.3/10.
How Ricardo Estrada Middle Compares
See how Ricardo Estrada 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
14521 HORIZON BLVD, EL Paso, TX 79928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ricardo Estrada Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Horizon City), which scores notably higher. Another option is COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLINT J H SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANK MACIAS EL El Paso | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| CARROLL T WELCH EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY Horizon City | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Horizon City | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| HORIZON H S El Paso | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| DESERT HILLS EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE El Paso | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| DESERT WIND EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE El Paso | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HORIZON HEIGHTS EL El Paso | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| DR SUE A SHOOK SCHOOL El Paso | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| EASTLAKE H S El Paso | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MISSION RIDGE El Paso | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ROBERT R ROJAS EL El Paso | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| CLINT J H SCHOOL El Paso | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| WM DAVID SURRATT EL El Paso | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BEN NARBUTH EL El Paso | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| EASTLAKE MIDDLE El Paso | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| CLINT ISD EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY El Paso | 5.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,704
Median Home Value
$188,600
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
82,792
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
29.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ricardo Estrada Middle
What grades does Ricardo Estrada Middle serve?
Ricardo Estrada Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ricardo Estrada Middle?
Ricardo Estrada Middle has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ricardo Estrada Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ricardo Estrada Middle is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ricardo Estrada Middle rank in TX?
Ricardo Estrada Middle ranks #6,985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ricardo Estrada Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ricardo Estrada Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Ricardo Estrada Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ricardo Estrada Middle has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Ricardo Estrada Middle a charter school?
No, Ricardo Estrada Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ricardo Estrada Middle a Title I school?
No, Ricardo Estrada Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ricardo Estrada Middle?
92.3% of students at Ricardo Estrada 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
- 587
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (915) 926-4800
Resources & Links
District
CLINT ISD- District Enrollment
- 10,260
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,785
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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