Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Hot Wells 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hot Wells Middle School's student population of 595 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
595 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hot Wells 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 Hot Wells Middle School is 0.10, 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
#7673 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Wells Middle School's ranking?
Hot Wells Middle School is ranked #7673 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hot Wells Middle School?
595 students attend Hot Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hot Wells Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hot Wells Middle School?
Hot Wells Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hot Wells Middle School offer ?
Hot Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hot Wells Middle School part of?
Hot Wells Middle School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hot Wells Middle School located?
Hot Wells Middle School is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Southside.
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