Below Average
#6591 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ser-ninos Charter Middle
Middle School · SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL
5815 ALDER DR, Houston, TX 77081
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,591 of 8,552
In Houston
#510 of 723
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Ser-ninos Charter Middle
Middle School in Houston · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ser-ninos Charter Middle
Ser-ninos Charter Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL. Ser-ninos Charter Middle serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ser-ninos Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,591 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ser-ninos Charter Middle show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Ser-ninos Charter Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ser-ninos Charter Middle — Students at Ser-ninos Charter Middle score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
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 Ser-ninos Charter Middle Compares
See how Ser-ninos Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5815 ALDER DR, Houston, TX 77081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ser-ninos Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CONDIT EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH Houston | 0.0 mi | — |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC GULFTON Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SAN FRANCISCO NATIVITY ACADEMY Houston | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| EXCEL ACADEMY EDUCATION TRANSITION CENTER Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBINDELL PRIVATE SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellaire | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| CONDIT EL Bellaire | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,228
Median Home Value
$245,200
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
51,366
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
6.5%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
28.4
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|---|---|
| LYLES MIDDLE Garland, TX | 4.8 |
| MCCAMEY MIDDLE Mccamey, TX | 4.8 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.7 |
| JOHNNY N ALLEN-6TH GRADE CAMPUS Amarillo, TX | 4.7 |
| WATSON J H Muleshoe, TX | 4.7 |
| BORGER INT Borger, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ser-ninos Charter Middle
What grades does Ser-ninos Charter Middle serve?
Ser-ninos Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ser-ninos Charter Middle?
Ser-ninos Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ser-ninos Charter Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ser-ninos Charter Middle is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ser-ninos Charter Middle rank in TX?
Ser-ninos Charter Middle ranks #6,591 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ser-ninos Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ser-ninos Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Ser-ninos Charter Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ser-ninos Charter Middle has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ser-ninos Charter Middle a charter school?
Yes, Ser-ninos Charter Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ser-ninos Charter Middle a Title I school?
No, Ser-ninos Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ser-ninos Charter Middle?
99.6% of students at Ser-ninos Charter 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
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (713) 592-6055
Resources & Links
District
SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 1,154
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,316
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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