Serving 216 students in grades 5-8, San Saba 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 is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Saba Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
San Saba Middle School's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing productive, successful citizens one child at a time!
School Rankings
San Saba Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Saba Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4115 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
38%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Armadillo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Saba Middle School's ranking?
San Saba Middle School is ranked #4115 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Saba Middle School?
216 students attend San Saba Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of San Saba Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Saba Middle School?
San Saba Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Saba Middle School offer ?
San Saba Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is San Saba Middle School part of?
San Saba Middle School is part of San Saba Independent School District.
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