Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, Terrace Hills 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 95% 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: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrace Hills Middle School's student population of 418 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terrace Hills 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 Terrace Hills Middle School is 0.22, 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
#7009 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
5%
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
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrace Hills Middle School's ranking?
Terrace Hills Middle School is ranked #7009 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Terrace Hills Middle School?
418 students attend Terrace Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Terrace Hills Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terrace Hills Middle School?
Terrace Hills Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrace Hills Middle School offer ?
Terrace Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Terrace Hills Middle School part of?
Terrace Hills Middle School is part of El Paso ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Terrace Hills Middle School located?
Terrace Hills Middle School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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