Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Ronald W Reagan Middle School 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald W Reagan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ronald W Reagan Middle School's student population of 885 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
885 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ronald W Reagan Middle School 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 Ronald W Reagan Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#3613 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
49%
54%
Black
30%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald W Reagan Middle School's ranking?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School is ranked #3613 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ronald W Reagan Middle School often compared to?
Ronald W Reagan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute, Uplift Grand Prep P.s. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ronald W Reagan Middle School?
885 students attend Ronald W Reagan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ronald W Reagan Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald W Reagan Middle School?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ronald W Reagan Middle School offer ?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ronald W Reagan Middle School part of?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald W Reagan Middle School located?
Ronald W Reagan Middle School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Grand Prairie, TX.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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