Serving 1,070 students in grades 6-8, Col John O Ensor Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 1,070 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Col John O Ensor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Col John O Ensor Middle School's student population of 1,070 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,070 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Col John O Ensor Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Col John O Ensor Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1768 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Socorro Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Col John O Ensor Middle School's ranking?
Col John O Ensor Middle School is ranked #1768 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Col John O Ensor Middle School often compared to?
Col John O Ensor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Vista Elementary School, Eastwood Heights Elementary School, Horizon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Col John O Ensor Middle School?
1,070 students attend Col John O Ensor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Col John O Ensor Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Col John O Ensor Middle School?
Col John O Ensor Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Col John O Ensor Middle School offer ?
Col John O Ensor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Col John O Ensor Middle School part of?
Col John O Ensor Middle School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
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