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Riverside Middle

Middle School · YSLETA ISD

7615 MIMOSA AVE, EL Paso, TX 79915

Enrollment

704

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,650 of 8,552

In EL Paso

#93 of 206

public schools

In district

#35 of 47

YSLETA ISD

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Riverside Middle

6.2/10

Middle School in EL Paso · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Riverside Middle

Riverside Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of YSLETA ISD. Riverside Middle serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,650 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,175
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Riverside Middle — Students at Riverside Middle score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
30.1%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
41%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Riverside Middle Compares

See how Riverside Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in TX
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7615 MIMOSA AVE, EL Paso, TX 79915

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VALLE VERDE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EASTWOOD KNOLLS INTERNATIONAL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EASTWOOD HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVERSIDE H S El Paso 0.3 mi 6.2
THOMAS MANOR El Paso 0.6 mi 7.8
CESAR CHAVEZ ACADEMY El Paso 0.8 mi 3.8
RIVERSIDE EL El Paso 0.9 mi 5.8
YSLETA PK CENTER El Paso 1.2 mi 4.1
NORTH LOOP EL El Paso 1.3 mi 6.6
VALLE VERDE EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso 1.5 mi 9.1
RAMONA EL STEM ACADEMY El Paso 1.8 mi 8.1
SAGELAND EL El Paso 1.9 mi 6.4
PASODALE EL El Paso 2.0 mi 6.9
BEL AIR MIDDLE El Paso 2.1 mi 7.3
BEL AIR H S El Paso 2.1 mi 7.1
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso 2.3 mi 5.2
DELTA ACADEMY El Paso 2.6 mi 4.8
EASTWOOD KNOLLS INTERNATIONAL El Paso 2.7 mi 8.7
IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Paso 3.0 mi 6.1
LOMA TERRACE EL El Paso 2.6 mi 5.5
EASTWOOD H S El Paso 3.0 mi 6.1
GENERAL DOUGLAS MACARTHUR PK-8 El Paso 3.3 mi 4.8
EASTWOOD HEIGHTS EL El Paso 3.1 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,938

Median Home Value

$117,600

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

34,731

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

31.9%

Median Age

41.1

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BARNETT J H Arlington, TX 6.2
CLINT J H SCHOOL El Paso, TX 6.2
COVINGTON MIDDLE Austin, TX 6.2
EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE Dallas, TX 6.2
FERRIS J H Ferris, TX 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside Middle

What grades does Riverside Middle serve?

Riverside Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Riverside Middle?

Riverside Middle has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside 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 Riverside Middle rank in TX?

Riverside Middle ranks #4,650 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Riverside Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Riverside Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Riverside Middle a charter school?

No, Riverside Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riverside Middle a Title I school?

No, Riverside Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside Middle?

89.6% of students at Riverside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

YSLETA ISD
District Enrollment
34,918
Schools in District
49
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,175
District Rank
#35 of 47

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