Hot Wells Middle School

400 Hot Wells Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78223
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Bottom 50%
Serving 420 students in grades 6-8, Hot Wells 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hot Wells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Hot Wells Middle School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
420 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Hot Wells 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 Hot Wells Middle School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7871 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
16%
41%
26%
51%
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
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Black
7%
13%
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White
2%
26%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
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3%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.17
This chart displays the diversity score of Hot Wells Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Hot Wells Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Hot Wells Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hot Wells Middle School's ranking?
Hot Wells Middle School is ranked #7871 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hot Wells Middle School?
420 students attend Hot Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hot Wells Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hot Wells Middle School?
Hot Wells Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hot Wells Middle School offer ?
Hot Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hot Wells Middle School part of?
Hot Wells Middle School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hot Wells Middle School located?
Hot Wells Middle School is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Southside.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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