Needs Improvement
#8527 of 8,552 schools in TX
Tafolla Middle
Middle School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
1303 W CESAR E CHAVEZ BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78207
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,527 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#510 of 516
public schools
In district
#92 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Tafolla Middle
Tafolla Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Tafolla Middle serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tafolla Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,527 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Tafolla Middle show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
84% of students at Tafolla 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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Tafolla Middle — Students at Tafolla Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
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: 2.5/10.
How Tafolla Middle Compares
See how Tafolla 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
1303 W CESAR E CHAVEZ BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tafolla Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAST TECH H S (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP ESPERANZA PRI (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LANIER H S San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 2.4 |
| JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| HENRY FORD ACADEMY ALAMEDA SCHOOL FOR ART + DESIGN San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| COOPER ACADEMY AT NAVARRO San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MARGIL EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| DE ZAVALA EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SAISD - PK 4 SA San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| DAVID CROCKETT ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| POSITIVE SOLUTIONS CHARTER San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BRISCOE EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| FOX TECHNICAL H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CAST TECH H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,655
Median Home Value
$93,200
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
54,128
College Educated
5.5%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
32.7
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| LEONARD MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 2.0 |
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| CEDAR CREEK INT Cedar Creek, TX | 1.9 |
| DOBIE MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.2 |
| MANOR MIDDLE Manor, TX | 2.2 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tafolla Middle
What grades does Tafolla Middle serve?
Tafolla Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Tafolla Middle?
Tafolla Middle has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tafolla Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Tafolla Middle is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tafolla Middle rank in TX?
Tafolla Middle ranks #8,527 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tafolla Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Tafolla Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Tafolla Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tafolla Middle has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tafolla Middle a charter school?
No, Tafolla Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tafolla Middle a Title I school?
No, Tafolla Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tafolla Middle?
97.9% of students at Tafolla 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
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.2%
- Phone
- (210) 978-7930
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #92 of 94
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