BASSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL

BASSETT MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the EL PASO ISD school district, located in EL PASO, TX with about 681 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 47 teachers, BASSETT MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BASSETT MIDDLE School, located in the central area of El Paso, Texas, is a part of the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that emphasizes both core curriculum mastery and the social-emotional development of its students. As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the local community, providing middle school students with the foundational skills necessary to transition successfully into high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic offerings, BASSETT MIDDLE School places a significant focus on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs. The school’s administration and faculty work to cultivate a supportive culture that encourages students to pursue their interests while adhering to district-wide standards for excellence. With its roots in the historic 79930 zip code, the school maintains a long-standing tradition of service to the El Paso community, striving to provide equitable educational opportunities for all learners.

For more information, contact BASSETT MIDDLE at (915) 231-2260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.