Serving 1,388 students in grades 6-8, Hornedo Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 86% 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: 1,388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hornedo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hornedo Middle School's student population of 1,388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Rankings
Hornedo Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hornedo Middle School is 0.40, 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
#559 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hornedo Middle School's ranking?
Hornedo Middle School is ranked #559 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hornedo Middle School often compared to?
Hornedo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hornedo Middle School?
1,388 students attend Hornedo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hornedo Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hornedo Middle School?
Hornedo Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hornedo Middle School offer ?
Hornedo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hornedo Middle School part of?
Hornedo Middle School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hornedo Middle School located?
Hornedo Middle School is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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