Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Driscoll 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 77% 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: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Driscoll Middle serves the eastern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Driscoll Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Driscoll Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Driscoll Middle School is 0.54, 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
#4372 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Driscoll Middle School's ranking?
Driscoll Middle School is ranked #4372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Driscoll Middle School often compared to?
Driscoll Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redland Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Driscoll Middle School?
535 students attend Driscoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Driscoll Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Driscoll Middle School?
Driscoll Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Driscoll Middle School offer ?
Driscoll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Driscoll Middle School part of?
Driscoll Middle School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Driscoll Middle School located?
Driscoll Middle School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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