Serving 922 students in grades 6-8, Ronald W Reagan Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald W Reagan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ronald W Reagan Middle School's student population of 922 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ronald W Reagan Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald W Reagan Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#3337 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald W Reagan Middle School's ranking?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School is ranked #3337 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ronald W Reagan Middle School often compared to?
Ronald W Reagan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute, Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ronald W Reagan Middle School?
922 students attend Ronald W Reagan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ronald W Reagan Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ronald W Reagan Middle School?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ronald W Reagan Middle School offer ?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ronald W Reagan Middle School part of?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald W Reagan Middle School located?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Grand Prairie, TX.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
I really like this school because this school cares about everyone and this school has manners and they are very nice and they take care of everything.
3 8/12/2019
Reagan is just like my family! I feel more home here than anywhere else and check it: all my Algebra friends got 100 percent cuz'' their smart. Kindness crew greets students every day. They are the best.
2 4/16/2018
This school is very interesting. The teachers make middle school boring. The fine arts are incredible and so are the clubs!
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