Summary:
This analysis examines four middle schools serving grades 6 through 8 in the 79936 zip code of El Paso, Texas, split between the Ysleta Independent School District (Isd) and the Socorro Independent School District (Isd).
William D Slider Middle stands out as the top academic performer, holding the highest state ranking (470 out of 2335, 80th percentile) and showing a strong upward trend. It consistently outperforms its district and state averages in Reading and Social Studies. Hanks Middle is a high-need, high-achievement school, serving the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (90% free/reduced lunch) while achieving the second-highest ranking and exceptional Algebra I proficiency (92.24%). Capt Walter E Clarke Middle and Montwood Middle are more closely matched, with Montwood having a slight edge in Math and Algebra I, while Clarke performs better in 8th-grade Reading. All four schools have exceptionally low dropout rates (0.0% to 0.3%).
A key finding is the "7th Grade Math Dip," where schools like Slider reported 0% proficiency on the standard 7th-grade math test, likely because most students are enrolled in Algebra I. This is supported by the fact that all schools dramatically outperform the state average in Algebra I proficiency (54.03%), with Hanks leading at 92.24%. Social Studies is a consistent weakness across the zip code, with scores significantly lower than Reading and Math, representing the biggest opportunity for improvement. The schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with free/reduced lunch rates from 73% to 90%.
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