Serving 423 students in grades 7-8, Kirby 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirby Middle serves the southwest area of its school district in San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 7.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirby Middle School's student population of 423 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kirby 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 Kirby Middle School is 0.45, 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
#7401 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirby Middle School's ranking?
Kirby Middle School is ranked #7401 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kirby Middle School often compared to?
Kirby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rayburn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kirby Middle School?
423 students attend Kirby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Kirby Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirby Middle School?
Kirby Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kirby Middle School offer ?
Kirby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kirby Middle School part of?
Kirby Middle School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirby Middle School located?
Kirby Middle School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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