Serving 49 students in grades 7-12, Ruth Jones Mcclendon 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School's student population of 49 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School is 0.50, 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
#6223 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School's ranking?
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School is ranked #6223 out of 8,188 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School?
The graduation rate of Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School?
49 students attend Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School?
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School offer ?
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School part of?
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School is part of George Gervin Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School located?
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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