SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL

SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the SOUTHWEST ISD school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 811 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 55 teachers, SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE 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.

SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE School is a public school located in the Southwest Independent School District (SWISD) in San Antonio, Texas. Named in honor of the teacher and astronaut who perished in the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, the school serves students in grades 6 through 8. It functions as a key educational hub for the surrounding community, focusing on preparing students for high school success while fostering a supportive and structured learning environment.

The school’s academic culture is characterized by a commitment to both core curriculum standards and student development. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, McAuliffe Middle School typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and academic clubs, which allow students to explore diverse interests. By emphasizing character development and academic rigor, the school aims to instill the same spirit of curiosity and perseverance that its namesake, Christa McAuliffe, represented throughout her career as an educator and explorer.

For more information, contact SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE at (210) 623-6260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.