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Rayburn Middle

Middle School · NORTHSIDE ISD

1400 CEDARHURST, San Antonio, TX 78227

Enrollment

646

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,685 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#391 of 516

public schools

In district

#89 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

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3.9/10

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

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About Rayburn Middle

Rayburn Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Rayburn Middle serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rayburn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,685 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Rayburn Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Rayburn Middle — Students at Rayburn Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
16.2%
ELA
38.5%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
35%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Rayburn Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in TX
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

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

1400 CEDARHURST, San Antonio, TX 78227

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rayburn Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ALLEN EL San Antonio 0.3 mi 4.0
VALLEY HI EL San Antonio 0.7 mi 5.9
SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 7.6
WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 4.3
LACKLAND EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 6.8
VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio 1.7 mi 7.6
LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 3.8
LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.0 mi 1.7
LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio 2.0 mi 2.1
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio 1.8 mi 8.0
GLENN EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 3.6
HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.1
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio 1.9 mi 6.8
HULL EL San Antonio 2.2 mi 3.5
FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 2.9
NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 3.2
FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio 2.3 mi 4.3
JAY H S San Antonio 2.4 mi 3.7
CABLE EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 2.8
TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio 2.5 mi

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rayburn Middle

What grades does Rayburn Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Rayburn Middle?

Rayburn Middle has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rayburn Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Rayburn Middle is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rayburn Middle rank in TX?

Rayburn Middle ranks #7,685 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Rayburn Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Rayburn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Rayburn Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rayburn Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Rayburn Middle a charter school?

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

Is Rayburn Middle a Title I school?

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

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

83.0% of students at Rayburn 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

District

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

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