Serving 232 students in grades 8, Poe Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 33% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Poe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#7672 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poe Middle School's ranking?
Poe Middle School is ranked #7672 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Poe Middle School?
232 students attend Poe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Poe Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poe Middle School?
Poe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poe Middle School offer ?
Poe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Poe Middle School part of?
Poe Middle School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Poe Middle School located?
Poe Middle School is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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