Serving 1,368 students in grades 6-8, Briscoe Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briscoe Middle School's student population of 1,368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briscoe Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briscoe Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2755 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
21%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briscoe Middle School's ranking?
Briscoe Middle School is ranked #2755 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Briscoe Middle School often compared to?
Briscoe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luna Middle School, Vale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briscoe Middle School?
1,368 students attend Briscoe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Briscoe Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briscoe Middle School?
Briscoe Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briscoe Middle School offer ?
Briscoe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Briscoe Middle School part of?
Briscoe Middle School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Briscoe Middle School located?
Briscoe Middle School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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