Below Average
#7038 of 8,552 schools in TX
Rudder Middle
Middle School · NORTHSIDE ISD
6558 HORN BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78240
Enrollment
996
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
996
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,038 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#337 of 516
public schools
In district
#72 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Rudder Middle
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About Rudder Middle
Rudder Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Rudder Middle serves approximately 996 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rudder Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,038 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rudder Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Rudder Middle — Students at Rudder Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
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 Rudder Middle Compares
See how Rudder 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
6558 HORN BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rudder Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRANDEIS H S (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THORNTON EL San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BOONE EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| CARNAHAN EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ALTERNATIVE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| SUBURBAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| MARSHALL H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SCOBEE EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| MCDERMOTT EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 2.5 |
| RHODES EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WANKE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| LEON VALLEY EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| BRANDEIS H S San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ACHIEVERS CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Antonio | 2.6 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,203
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
57,014
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rudder Middle
What grades does Rudder Middle serve?
Rudder Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rudder Middle?
Rudder Middle has an enrollment of approximately 996 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rudder Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Rudder Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rudder Middle rank in TX?
Rudder Middle ranks #7,038 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rudder Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Rudder 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 Rudder Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rudder Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rudder Middle a charter school?
No, Rudder Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rudder Middle a Title I school?
No, Rudder Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rudder Middle?
78.7% of students at Rudder 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
- 996
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (210) 397-5000
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #72 of 122
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