Serving 619 students in grades 9, Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus's student population of 619 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus is 0.44, 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
#1300 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
73%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus's ranking?
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus is ranked #1300 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus?
619 students attend Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus?
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus offer ?
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus part of?
Don R Daniel Ninth Grade Campus is part of Aledo Independent School District.
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