Serving 903 students in grades 6-8, Harris 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than 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: 903 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harris Middle serves the eastern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.6-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harris Middle School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
903 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Hard Work There Are No Limits
School Rankings
Harris 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 Harris Middle School is 0.55, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Middle School's ranking?
Harris Middle School is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harris Middle School?
903 students attend Harris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Harris Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris Middle School?
Harris Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harris Middle School offer ?
Harris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harris Middle School part of?
Harris Middle School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris Middle School located?
Harris Middle School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Uptown.
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