Straus Middle School serves 965 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Straus Middle School's student population of 965 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
965 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Straus Middle School is 0.63, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
24%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Straus Middle School?
965 students attend Straus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Straus Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Straus Middle School?
Straus Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Straus Middle School offer ?
Straus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Straus Middle School part of?
Straus Middle School is part of Northside ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Straus Middle School located?
Straus 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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