Serving 635 students in grades 6-8, Sharon Christa Mcauliffe 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's student population of 635 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is 0.08, 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
#6653 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's ranking?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is ranked #6653 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School often compared to?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alan B Shepard Middle School, Ronald E Mcnair Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
635 students attend Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offer ?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School part of?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School located?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is located in the Hidden Cove Indian Creek neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Hidden Cove Indian Creek.
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