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Ysleta Middle
Middle School · YSLETA ISD
8691 INDEPENDENCE DR, EL Paso, TX 79907
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,102 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#108 of 206
public schools
In district
#38 of 47
YSLETA ISD
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Ysleta Middle
Ysleta Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of YSLETA ISD. Ysleta Middle serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ysleta Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,102 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ysleta Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Ysleta 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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Ysleta Middle — Students at Ysleta Middle score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 4.2/10.
How Ysleta Middle Compares
See how Ysleta 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
8691 INDEPENDENCE DR, EL Paso, TX 79907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ysleta Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ALICIA R CHACON INTERNATIONAL (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEL VALLE MIDDLE (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS MANOR (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YSLETA H S El Paso | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| YSLETA EL El Paso | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CAPISTRANO EL El Paso | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PASODALE EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MISSION VALLEY EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| DEL VALLE MIDDLE El Paso | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PRESA EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| LANCASTER EL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 1.9 mi | — |
| YSLETA PK CENTER El Paso | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| EL PASO CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lewisville | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LOMA TERRACE EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ACADEMY El Paso | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTH LOOP EL El Paso | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ALICIA R CHACON INTERNATIONAL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| THOMAS MANOR El Paso | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| DEL VALLE EL El Paso | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (EL PASO) El Paso | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-EL PASO EASTPOINTE Lewisville | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,901
Median Home Value
$110,600
Median Rent
$910/mo
Population
47,850
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ysleta Middle
What grades does Ysleta Middle serve?
Ysleta Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ysleta Middle?
Ysleta Middle has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ysleta Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ysleta Middle is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ysleta Middle rank in TX?
Ysleta Middle ranks #5,102 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ysleta Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ysleta Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Ysleta Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ysleta Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ysleta Middle a charter school?
No, Ysleta Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ysleta Middle a Title I school?
No, Ysleta Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ysleta Middle?
92.4% of students at Ysleta 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
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (915) 434-8200
Resources & Links
District
YSLETA ISD- District Enrollment
- 34,918
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,175
- District Rank
- #38 of 47
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