Serving 505 students in grades 5-6, De Zavala 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Zavala Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
De Zavala Middle School's student population of 505 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
De Zavala Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Zavala Middle School is 0.10, 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
#7706 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
25%
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
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Zavala Middle School's ranking?
De Zavala Middle School is ranked #7706 out of 8,188 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend De Zavala Middle School?
505 students attend De Zavala Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of De Zavala Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Zavala Middle School?
De Zavala Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does De Zavala Middle School offer ?
De Zavala Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is De Zavala Middle School part of?
De Zavala Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 9/17/2020
One of the worst schools in Pasadena, Tx. Teachers do not care if the kids succeed or not. You can clearly see that all they care about is about their paycheck.
5 11/19/2013
I love dezavala middle school is the perfect school for a 5 grader like me
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