Serving 229 students in grades 6-8, Rio Vista 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rio Vista Middle School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
Green and White
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Eagles! We are Strong! Together we WILL! WE ARE RIO!!!
School Rankings
Rio Vista Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Vista 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
#4722 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
20%
54%
White
75%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Vista Middle School's ranking?
Rio Vista Middle School is ranked #4722 out of 8,096 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rio Vista Middle School?
229 students attend Rio Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rio Vista Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Vista Middle School?
Rio Vista Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Vista Middle School offer ?
Rio Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rio Vista Middle School part of?
Rio Vista Middle School is part of Rio Vista Independent School District.
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