Needs Improvement
#8002 of 8,552 schools in TX
Longfellow Middle
Middle School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
1130 E SUNSHINE DR, San Antonio, TX 78228
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,002 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#424 of 516
public schools
In district
#63 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Longfellow Middle
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About Longfellow Middle
Longfellow Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Longfellow Middle serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,002 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Longfellow 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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Longfellow Middle — Students at Longfellow Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
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 Longfellow Middle Compares
See how Longfellow 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
1130 E SUNSHINE DR, San Antonio, TX 78228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLAWN HILLS EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 2.4 |
| BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 2.1 |
| GLASS EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| BASKIN EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MAVERICK EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MADISON EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| JEFFERSON H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MEMORIAL H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| COMPASS ROSE DREAM San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.1 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| GLENOAKS EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ARNOLD EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,865
Median Home Value
$164,700
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
55,474
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| JAMES FANNIN MIDDLE Grand Prairie, TX | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Port Arthur, TX | 3.5 |
| NAVARRO MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.5 |
| PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.5 |
| SLAYTER CREEK MIDDLE Anna, TX | 3.5 |
| UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longfellow Middle
What grades does Longfellow Middle serve?
Longfellow Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Longfellow Middle?
Longfellow Middle has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow Middle rank in TX?
Longfellow Middle ranks #8,002 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Longfellow Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Longfellow Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Longfellow Middle a charter school?
No, Longfellow Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow Middle a Title I school?
No, Longfellow Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Middle?
92.5% of students at Longfellow 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
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.7%
- Phone
- (210) 438-6520
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #63 of 94
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