Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Henderson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henderson Middle School's student population of 672 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson Middle School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7144 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Middle School's ranking?
Henderson Middle School is ranked #7144 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Henderson Middle School?
672 students attend Henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Henderson Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson Middle School?
Henderson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson Middle School offer ?
Henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Henderson Middle School part of?
Henderson Middle School is part of El Paso ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson Middle School located?
Henderson Middle School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 40 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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