Needs Improvement
#8078 of 8,552 schools in TX
Alan B Shepard Middle
Middle School · SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
5558 RAY ELLISON DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,078 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#433 of 516
public schools
In district
#8 of 13
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Alan B Shepard Middle
Alan B Shepard Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD. Alan B Shepard Middle serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Alan B Shepard Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,078 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Alan B Shepard Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Alan B Shepard Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alan B Shepard Middle — Students at Alan B Shepard Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Alan B Shepard Middle Compares
See how Alan B Shepard Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5558 RAY ELLISON DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alan B Shepard Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAYBURN MIDDLE (rated 3.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY HI EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MIGUEL CARRILLO JR EL San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,979
Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
35,976
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
29
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| CULLEN MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.4 |
| GILLETT MIDDLE Kingsville, TX | 3.4 |
| KIRBY MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.4 |
| WILLIAMS MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.4 |
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alan B Shepard Middle
What grades does Alan B Shepard Middle serve?
Alan B Shepard Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Alan B Shepard Middle?
Alan B Shepard Middle has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alan B Shepard Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Alan B Shepard Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alan B Shepard Middle rank in TX?
Alan B Shepard Middle ranks #8,078 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Alan B Shepard Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Alan B Shepard Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alan B Shepard Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alan B Shepard Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alan B Shepard Middle a charter school?
No, Alan B Shepard Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alan B Shepard Middle a Title I school?
No, Alan B Shepard Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alan B Shepard Middle?
94.1% of students at Alan B Shepard Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (210) 623-1875
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,429
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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