Serving 1,064 students in grades 6-8, Francisco Barrientes Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francisco Barrientes Middle School's student population of 1,064 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,064 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Stay in school and get a good education, appreciate what you have, and don’t take it for granted.
School Rankings
Francisco Barrientes Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francisco Barrientes 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
#3981 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
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
80%
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 Francisco Barrientes Middle School's ranking?
Francisco Barrientes Middle School is ranked #3981 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Francisco Barrientes Middle School?
1,064 students attend Francisco Barrientes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Francisco Barrientes Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Barrientes Middle School?
Francisco Barrientes Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francisco Barrientes Middle School offer ?
Francisco Barrientes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Francisco Barrientes Middle School part of?
Francisco Barrientes Middle School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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