Serving 1,061 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 1,061 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,061 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Middle School is 0.53, 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
#3710 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%

Hispanic
64%
53%

Black
4%
13%

White
25%
25%

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
33%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #3710 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folks Middle School, Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
1,061 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jefferson Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Middle School located?
Jefferson 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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