Serving 1,263 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 16:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (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 1,263 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briscoe Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briscoe Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2486 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
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 #2486 out of 8,096 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
1,263 students attend Briscoe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Briscoe Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% 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 16:1, 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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