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#5243 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hot Wells Middle
Middle School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
400 HOT WELLS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78223
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,243 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#192 of 516
public schools
In district
#23 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Hot Wells Middle
Hot Wells Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Hot Wells Middle serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hot Wells Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,243 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hot Wells Middle show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 3.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hot Wells Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Hot Wells 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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Hot Wells Middle — Students at Hot Wells Middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Hot Wells Middle Compares
See how Hot Wells 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
400 HOT WELLS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hot Wells Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HIGHLAND PARK EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAST MED H S (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEELE MONTESSORI EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLES C BALL EL San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MURIEL FORBES EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.7 |
| PRE/K FOR SA - EAST CENTRAL ISD San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| FOSTER EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| STEELE MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| ROYAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| E H GILBERT EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| SCHENCK EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CAST MED H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| HIGHLANDS H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| HAC DAEP H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HAC DAEP MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| WRIGHT EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| HARLANDALE ISD STEM ECHS-ALAMO COLLEGES AT PAC San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,352
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
57,298
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hot Wells Middle
What grades does Hot Wells Middle serve?
Hot Wells Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hot Wells Middle?
Hot Wells Middle has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hot Wells Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Hot Wells Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hot Wells Middle rank in TX?
Hot Wells Middle ranks #5,243 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hot Wells Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Hot Wells Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Hot Wells Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hot Wells Middle has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Hot Wells Middle a charter school?
No, Hot Wells Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hot Wells Middle a Title I school?
No, Hot Wells Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hot Wells Middle?
95.9% of students at Hot Wells 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.1%
- Phone
- (210) 554-2200
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #23 of 94
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