RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE SCHOOL

RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 149 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE School is located in the Northeast Independent School District (NEISD) in San Antonio, Texas. Serving students in the surrounding community, the school is named in honor of the late Ruth Jones McClendon, a respected Texas State Representative who was a tireless advocate for education, mental health, and civil rights. The campus reflects a commitment to fostering academic growth and character development within a supportive, inclusive environment.

As part of the NEISD system, the school offers a standard middle school curriculum focused on preparing students for high school success. It emphasizes a mix of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to engage students during their formative adolescent years. By upholding the legacy of its namesake, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners through community involvement and academic excellence.

For more information, contact RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE at (210) 587-3576 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.