Below Average
#7579 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ross Middle
Middle School · NORTHSIDE ISD
3630 CALLAGHAN RD, San Antonio, TX 78228
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,579 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#382 of 516
public schools
In district
#85 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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About Ross Middle
Ross Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Ross Middle serves approximately 828 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ross Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,579 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ross Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Ross 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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Ross Middle — Students at Ross Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
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: 3.8/10.
How Ross Middle Compares
See how Ross 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
3630 CALLAGHAN RD, San Antonio, TX 78228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ross Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESPARZA EL San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| MARTIN EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM Lewisville | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| POWELL EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 2.8 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 2.1 |
| NISD PKSA San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| WOODLAWN HILLS EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABELL J H Midland, TX | 4.0 |
| BASTROP MIDDLE Bastrop, TX | 4.0 |
| CRANDALL MIDDLE Crandall, TX | 4.0 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Odessa, TX | 4.0 |
| EDWARDS-JOHNSON MEMORIAL MIDDLE Silsbee, TX | 4.0 |
| ELGIN MIDDLE Elgin, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ross Middle
What grades does Ross Middle serve?
Ross Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ross Middle?
Ross Middle has an enrollment of approximately 828 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ross Middle is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ross Middle rank in TX?
Ross Middle ranks #7,579 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ross Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ross Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Ross Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ross Middle a charter school?
No, Ross Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ross Middle a Title I school?
No, Ross Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ross Middle?
86.4% of students at Ross 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
- 828
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (210) 397-6350
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #85 of 122
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