Serving 995 students in grades 6-8, Sun Ridge 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 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 995 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sun Ridge Middle School's student population of 995 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
995 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sun Ridge 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 Sun Ridge Middle School is 0.26, 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
#3614 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Sun Ridge Middle School is ranked #3614 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sun Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Sun Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hornedo Middle School, Harmony Science Academy (El Paso), William D Slider Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sun Ridge Middle School?
995 students attend Sun Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sun Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Ridge Middle School?
Sun Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sun Ridge Middle School offer ?
Sun Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sun Ridge Middle School part of?
Sun Ridge Middle School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
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