Serving 990 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson MS serves the southwest part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 17.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the zone, and the furthest boundary being about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 990 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
990 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Middle School is 0.50, 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
#3250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #3250 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folks Middle School, Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
990 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jefferson Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Middle School located?
Jefferson 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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