Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, Elias Longoria Sr 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 37% (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 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: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elias Longoria Sr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elias Longoria Sr Middle School's student population of 770 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elias Longoria Sr 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 Elias Longoria Sr Middle School is 0.06, 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
#4308 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
97%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elias Longoria Sr Middle School's ranking?
Elias Longoria Sr Middle School is ranked #4308 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elias Longoria Sr Middle School often compared to?
Elias Longoria Sr Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B L Garza Middle School, South 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elias Longoria Sr Middle School?
770 students attend Elias Longoria Sr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Elias Longoria Sr Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elias Longoria Sr Middle School?
Elias Longoria Sr Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elias Longoria Sr Middle School offer ?
Elias Longoria Sr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elias Longoria Sr Middle School part of?
Elias Longoria Sr Middle School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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