Dwight Middle

Dwight Middle serves 411 students in grades 6-8 in San Antonio's 78211 zip code, offering a focused learning environment with an excellent 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 36 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public middle school has earned strong recognition, ranking #1364 out of 8,598 Texas schools and placing in the 84th percentile statewide with a solid 7.3/10 MySchoolScout rating. The school's impressive rankings demonstrate its effectiveness in supporting middle school students during these crucial developmental years.

With more than one teacher for every eleven students, Dwight Middle provides the kind of personalized attention that can make a significant difference in student success and engagement. Located on West Southcross Boulevard, Dwight Middle serves a diverse working-class community where the median household income is $50,183 and median home values average $98,500. The school plays an important role in this neighborhood of over 31,000 residents, providing educational opportunities in an area where 26.3% of families face economic challenges.

The school's strong performance ratings suggest it's successfully supporting students from varied backgrounds in this large city setting.

While current test scores at Dwight Middle are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.