Below Average
#7302 of 8,552 schools in TX
Santa Fe Middle
Middle School · CLEVELAND ISD
7581 RD 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327
Enrollment
988
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
988
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,302 of 8,552
In Cleveland
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
CLEVELAND ISD
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Santa Fe Middle
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About Santa Fe Middle
Santa Fe Middle is a public middle school in Cleveland, TX, part of CLEVELAND ISD. Santa Fe Middle serves approximately 988 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,302 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Fe Middle show 15% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Santa Fe Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
32% of students at Santa Fe 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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Santa Fe Middle — Students at Santa Fe Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Santa Fe Middle Compares
See how Santa Fe Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7581 RD 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Fe Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TARKINGTON MIDDLE (rated 5.7/10, 10.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUFFMAN MIDDLE (rated 4.4/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Huffman), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CLEVELAND MIDDLE (rated 3.9/10, 11.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA FE EL Cleveland | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| PINE BURR EL Cleveland | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ MIDDLE Richardson | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ EL Richardson | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| COTTONWOOD EL Cleveland | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| DOGWOOD EL New Caney | 6.9 mi | 7.6 |
| FALCON RIDGE EL Huffman | 8.8 mi | 8.0 |
| GREENLEAF EL Splendora | 8.2 mi | 4.0 |
| PEACH CREEK EL Splendora | 8.3 mi | 3.8 |
| HARGRAVE H S Huffman | 9.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HUFFMAN MIDDLE Huffman | 9.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PREMIER H S OF DAYTON Lewisville | 9.8 mi | 3.9 |
| TARKINGTON EL Cleveland | 10.3 mi | 5.6 |
| EASTSIDE EL Cleveland | 10.6 mi | 4.3 |
| TARKINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Cleveland | 10.4 mi | 4.4 |
| TAVOLA EL New Caney | 9.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TARKINGTON H S Cleveland | 10.6 mi | 5.4 |
| TARKINGTON MIDDLE Cleveland | 10.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE Cleveland | 11.1 mi | 3.9 |
| CLEVELAND H S Cleveland | 11.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,538
Median Home Value
$144,100
Median Rent
$1,001/mo
Population
37,574
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
28.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C B THOMPSON MIDDLE Quinlan, TX | 4.2 |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL MIDDLE Rhome, TX | 4.2 |
| DAILEY MIDDLE Austin, TX | 4.2 |
| DELAY MIDDLE Lewisville, TX | 4.2 |
| HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 4.2 |
| LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE Killeen, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Fe Middle
What grades does Santa Fe Middle serve?
Santa Fe Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Fe Middle?
Santa Fe Middle has an enrollment of approximately 988 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Fe Middle rank in TX?
Santa Fe Middle ranks #7,302 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Santa Fe Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Fe Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Santa Fe Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Fe Middle has 15% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Santa Fe Middle a charter school?
No, Santa Fe Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Fe Middle a Title I school?
No, Santa Fe Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Fe Middle?
95.3% of students at Santa Fe 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
- 988
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Liberty County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (281) 592-8717
Resources & Links
District
CLEVELAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,970
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,415
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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