Serving 655 students in grades 6-8, Robert C Zamora 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 98% 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: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert C Zamora Middle serves the southeast part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert C Zamora Middle School's student population of 655 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
655 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert C Zamora 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 Robert C Zamora 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
#7497 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Fueling Minds, Accelerating Success
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert C Zamora Middle School's ranking?
Robert C Zamora Middle School is ranked #7497 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Robert C Zamora Middle School?
655 students attend Robert C Zamora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Robert C Zamora Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert C Zamora Middle School?
Robert C Zamora Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert C Zamora Middle School offer ?
Robert C Zamora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert C Zamora Middle School part of?
Robert C Zamora Middle School is part of South San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert C Zamora Middle School located?
Robert C Zamora Middle School is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is one of the bests schools in san antonio that i have worked with and this school is so beautiful.
5 10/10/2025
This is my son's second year at Zamora and we couldn't be happier. He is involved in Band, Engineers'' Club and JNHS. The teachers are wonderful and the administration top notch!
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