Serving 932 students in grades 6-8, Neff 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 93% 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: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neff Middle School's student population of 932 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neff 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 Neff Middle School is 0.35, 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
#7344 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neff Middle School's ranking?
Neff Middle School is ranked #7344 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Neff Middle School?
932 students attend Neff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Neff Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neff Middle School?
Neff Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neff Middle School offer ?
Neff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Neff Middle School part of?
Neff Middle School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Neff Middle School located?
Neff Middle School is located in the Rolling Ridge Club neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
School Reviews
4 5/25/2021
Everyone is absolutely nice, although it is a below average school and i want to be a nurse, thankfully i might go to a high school with above average grades. But either way, I absolutely love this school!-Not much homework given.-Easy Work-Super Nice Teachers-Most students make me feel like family.
1 9/17/2020
School is terrible at almost everything, the only thing that's slightly good here is the prison food. Only thing good about THAT is the pizza.
5 3/22/2020
So far this is the best school because everybody treat each other like family and a lot of people are very respectful to the teachers.
1 12/16/2019
This school is good if you don't want an above average education.
5 6/1/2012
GO TEXANS!!!!!!!!!! i love this school woot woot
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