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Below Average

#7493 of 8,547 schools in TX

Ssg Manuel R Puentes

Middle School · SOCORRO ISD

3216 TIM FOSTER, EL Paso, TX 79938

Enrollment

1,085

Student-Teacher

24.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In EL Paso

#125 of 206

public schools

Texas middle schools

#1,557 of 1,693

In district

#10 of 50

SOCORRO ISD

About Ssg Manuel R Puentes

SSG Manuel R Puentes serves 1,085 middle school students in grades 6-8 in El Paso, Texas. This regular public school operates with 45 full-time equivalent teachers, creating a student-teacher ratio of 24.1:1. The school currently ranks in the 2nd percentile among Texas middle schools, indicating significant room for academic growth and improvement.

Located on Tim Foster Drive, the school serves families in a diverse urban community where the median household income is $70,806 and median home values average $180,800. The surrounding ZIP code 79938 is home to over 95,000 residents, with 28% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 11.2%. As a large middle school in El Paso's educational landscape, SSG Manuel R Puentes faces the common challenges of serving a substantial student population while working to enhance academic outcomes.

The school's size offers opportunities for diverse programming and peer interaction, though it also requires careful attention to individual student needs within the larger institutional framework. The school sits within El Paso's expansive urban environment, providing students access to the cultural and educational resources of one of Texas's major border cities.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Ssg Manuel R Puentes is 24.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-7.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Above Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency36%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment1.5Significantly Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,745

Ssg Manuel R Puentes — Students at Ssg Manuel R Puentes score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 41.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
42%

* 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 Ssg Manuel R Puentes Compares

See how Ssg Manuel R Puentes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
12th percentile in TX
Academic
6.4/10
6.4/10
Growth
4.5/10
Below average
Environment
1.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers

Location

3216 TIM FOSTER, EL Paso, TX 79938

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ssg Manuel R Puentes may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST (rated 4.5/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SUN RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 4.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HURSHEL ANTWINE MIDDLE (rated 3.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
JAMES P BUTLER EL El Paso 0.1 mi 3.0
PEBBLE HILLS H S El Paso 0.7 mi 4.8
CHESTER E JORDAN El Paso 1.0 mi 2.5
CACTUS TRAILS El Paso 1.0 mi 5.4
SPEC RAFAEL HERNANDO MIDDLE El Paso 1.0 mi 3.5
SGT ROBERTO ITUARTE El Paso 1.1 mi 4.1
HURSHEL ANTWINE MIDDLE El Paso 1.6 mi 3.9
SGT JOSE F CARRASCO EL El Paso 1.6 mi 3.1
PURPLE HEART EL El Paso 2.0 mi 2.1
IDEA EDGEMERE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Weslaco 1.8 mi 5.7
IDEA EDGEMERE ACADEMY El Paso 1.8 mi 3.3
SUN RIDGE MIDDLE El Paso 2.1 mi 4.1
EL DORADO H S El Paso 2.0 mi 5.2
LUJAN-CHAVEZ EL El Paso 2.2 mi 2.7
PASO DEL NORTE FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso 2.2 mi 1.9
SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso 2.4 mi
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso 3.1 mi 6.2
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso 3.1 mi 4.5
HELEN BALL EL El Paso 3.4 mi 3.2
JANE A HAMBRIC SCHOOL El Paso 3.2 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,801

Median Home Value

$199,700

Median Rent

$1,433/mo

Population

97,851

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

29.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ssg Manuel R Puentes has a median household income of $75,801. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,700, with a median rent of $1,433/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ssg Manuel R Puentes

What grades does Ssg Manuel R Puentes serve?

Ssg Manuel R Puentes serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ssg Manuel R Puentes?

Ssg Manuel R Puentes has an enrollment of approximately 1,085 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ssg Manuel R Puentes?

The student-teacher ratio at Ssg Manuel R Puentes is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ssg Manuel R Puentes rank in TX?

Ssg Manuel R Puentes is ranked #7493 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Ssg Manuel R Puentes's MySchoolScout rating?

Ssg Manuel R Puentes has a composite rating of 4.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ssg Manuel R Puentes?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ssg Manuel R Puentes has 41.5% math proficiency and 46.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ssg Manuel R Puentes a charter school?

No, Ssg Manuel R Puentes is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ssg Manuel R Puentes a Title I school?

No, Ssg Manuel R Puentes is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ssg Manuel R Puentes?

63.7% of students at Ssg Manuel R Puentes 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
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,783/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (EL Paso). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,085
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SOCORRO ISD
District Enrollment
47,304
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,574
District Rank
#10 of 50

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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