Serving 846 students in grades 6-8, Vale 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vale Middle School's student population of 846 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Vale 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 Vale Middle School is 0.38, 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
#5471 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
78%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vale Middle School's ranking?
Vale Middle School is ranked #5471 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vale Middle School often compared to?
Vale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briscoe Middle School, Luna Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vale Middle School?
846 students attend Vale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Vale Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vale Middle School?
Vale Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vale Middle School offer ?
Vale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vale Middle School part of?
Vale Middle School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Vale Middle School located?
Vale Middle School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 69 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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