Serving 1,085 students in grades 6-8, Ssg Manuel R Puentes 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,085 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ssg Manuel R Puentes's student population of 1,085 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,085 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ssg Manuel R Puentes 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 Ssg Manuel R Puentes is 0.30, 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
8%
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
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Ssg Manuel R Puentes's ranking?
Ssg Manuel R Puentes is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ssg Manuel R Puentes often compared to?
Ssg Manuel R Puentesis often viewed alongside schools like Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ssg Manuel R Puentes?
1,085 students attend Ssg Manuel R Puentes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ssg Manuel R Puentes students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% 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 Ssg Manuel R Puentes?
Ssg Manuel R Puentes has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ssg Manuel R Puentes offer ?
Ssg Manuel R Puentes offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ssg Manuel R Puentes part of?
Ssg Manuel R Puentes is part of Socorro Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
My children are new to the state and school and LOVE it! I am impressed and very satisfied with the way we were received and acclimated to the environment. Great place to learn and grow.
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