Folks Middle vs Jefferson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Folks Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,497 students
Jefferson Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
990 students
| Measure | Folks Middle San Antonio, Texas | Jefferson Middle San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #276 of 1,684 | #302 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3277 of 15,369 | #3612 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,497 | 990 |
| Enrollment | 1,497 | 990 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.6% | 39.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 62% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Folks Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 68.7).
- •Folks Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 62%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 58%).
- •Folks Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 39.6%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.0).
- •Folks Middle is the larger school with 1,497 students compared with 990.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Folks Middle better than Jefferson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Folks Middle ranks higher (70.3 vs 68.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Folks Middle and Jefferson Middle?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Folks Middle: 1,497. Jefferson Middle: 990. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Folks Middle and Jefferson Middle rank in Texas?
Folks Middle is 276th of 1,684 and Jefferson Middle is 302nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).