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Briscoe Middle

Middle School · NORTHSIDE ISD

4265 LONE STAR PKWY, San Antonio, TX 78253

Enrollment

1,315

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,075 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#183 of 516

public schools

In district

#40 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.9/10

Middle School in San Antonio · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Briscoe Middle

Briscoe Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Briscoe Middle serves approximately 1,315 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Briscoe Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,075 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Briscoe Middle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.79 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Briscoe Middle — Students at Briscoe Middle score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 75.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
63.5%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
69%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Briscoe Middle Compares

See how Briscoe Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4265 LONE STAR PKWY, San Antonio, TX 78253

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Briscoe Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BASIS SAN ANTONIO - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LUNA MIDDLE (rated 4.1/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, VALE MIDDLE (rated 3.8/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HOFFMANN EL San Antonio 0.3 mi 4.6
BRENNAN H S San Antonio 1.1 mi 6.2
HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE- SAN ANTONIO Houston 1.1 mi 8.0
MIRELES EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio 1.6 mi
TAFT H S San Antonio 1.8 mi 6.5
BASIS SAN ANTONIO - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.7
BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.3
PINNACLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio 1.9 mi
SST NORTHWEST San Antonio 2.0 mi 8.5
COLE EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 7.0
GALM EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 4.7
LITTLE LIONS LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio 2.3 mi 6.9
VALE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.5 mi 3.8
LUNA MIDDLE San Antonio 2.8 mi 4.1
OTT EL San Antonio 2.9 mi 4.6
PINNACLE MONTESSORI San Antonio 2.9 mi 6.2
LEWIS EL San Antonio 2.8 mi 4.8
KIDS R KIDS NO. 57 LIBERTY FIELD San Antonio 2.9 mi
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW ACADEMY San Antonio 2.8 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,260

Median Home Value

$334,900

Median Rent

$1,557/mo

Population

67,578

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

32.6

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LAKE DALLAS MIDDLE Lake Dallas, TX 5.9
MOORE MIDDLE Tyler, TX 5.9
NORMAN J H Kaufman, TX 5.9
RAWLINSON MIDDLE San Antonio, TX 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Briscoe Middle

What grades does Briscoe Middle serve?

Briscoe Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Briscoe Middle?

Briscoe Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Briscoe Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Briscoe Middle is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Briscoe Middle rank in TX?

Briscoe Middle ranks #5,075 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Briscoe Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Briscoe Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Briscoe Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Briscoe Middle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Briscoe Middle a charter school?

No, Briscoe Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Briscoe Middle a Title I school?

No, Briscoe Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briscoe Middle?

28.4% of students at Briscoe 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,315
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

NORTHSIDE ISD
District Enrollment
101,095
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,632
District Rank
#40 of 122

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