Below Average
#7037 of 8,552 schools in TX
Jones Middle
Middle School · NORTHSIDE ISD
1256 PINN RD, San Antonio, TX 78227
Enrollment
1,027
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,027
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,037 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#336 of 516
public schools
In district
#71 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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About Jones Middle
Jones Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Jones Middle serves approximately 1,027 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jones Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,037 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Jones Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Jones 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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Jones Middle — Students at Jones Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
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: 4.5/10.
How Jones Middle Compares
See how Jones 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
1256 PINN RD, San Antonio, TX 78227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jones Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JUBILEE SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND ARTS (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE (rated 1.7/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUBILEE SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND ARTS San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| JUBILEE WESTWOOD San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| PASSMORE EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| HULL EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| JAY H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MEADOW VILLAGE EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.1 |
| IDEA MAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MAYS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (SAN ANTONIO) San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| MARTIN EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,049
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
44,091
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
33.8
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| FONDREN MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.5 |
| HODGES BEND MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.5 |
| NORTH RICHLAND MIDDLE North Richland Hills, TX | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jones Middle
What grades does Jones Middle serve?
Jones Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jones Middle?
Jones Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,027 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jones Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Jones Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jones Middle rank in TX?
Jones Middle ranks #7,037 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Jones Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Jones Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Jones Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jones Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jones Middle a charter school?
No, Jones Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jones Middle a Title I school?
No, Jones Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jones Middle?
75.4% of students at Jones 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
- 1,027
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (210) 397-2100
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #71 of 122
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