Cast Imagine Middle

Cast Imagine Middle is a small public school in San Antonio, TX, serving 82 students in grades 6-8 as part of the San Antonio Independent School District (Isd).

Cast Imagine stands out for its strong 8th-grade reading performance, with 55.56% of students proficient—a rate that significantly exceeds nearby schools like Hot Wells Middle (23.56%) and Rogers College Prep Middle (38.89%). However, the school shows a clear academic imbalance: while reading scores are competitive, math and social studies proficiency lag far behind state averages. For example, only 18.06% of 6th graders are proficient in math, and just 14.81% of 8th graders meet social studies standards. The school also serves a comparatively more affluent student body, with 64.63% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, versus over 89% at most neighboring San Antonio ISD schools. This lower poverty rate likely contributes to its relative success, as Cast Imagine ranks in the 20th percentile among Texas middle schools, while nearby schools like Edgar Allan Poe Stem Dual Language Middle and Hot Wells rank in the 3rd to 8th percentile.

An interesting finding is the school's performance for English Language Learners, who rank in the 22nd percentile—the highest subgroup performance at the school, though still a 1-star rating. Conversely, Gifted and Talented students rank surprisingly low, in the 8th percentile, suggesting the program may not be effectively challenging high-potential students. The school's small size makes data volatile, but its strong reading scores and relatively lower poverty rate position it as a "bright spot" within a cluster of very low-performing schools in the district. For parents considering options, Cast Imagine offers a focused reading program but may require additional support in math and social studies.