Losoya Middle

Losoya Middle in San Antonio, TX, serves 607 students in grades 6-8 within the Southside Independent School District (Isd), and is a school on a clear upward trajectory, climbing from the 16th to the 39th percentile in state rankings over the past five years.

This school stands out for its strong support of English Language Learners, earning a 3-star rating for this group for three consecutive years—a notable achievement in the region. It also excels in 7th-grade mathematics, with 41.53% of students proficient, far exceeding the state average of 29.41% and significantly outperforming nearby schools like Terrell Wells Middle (3.57%) and Kingsborough Middle (5%). Additionally, Losoya’s dropout rate has dropped to just 0.4%, lower than its district peer Julius L Matthey Middle (1.3%). However, the school faces challenges in 8th-grade Social Studies, where only 18.48% of students are proficient, below the district and state averages, and its Gifted and Talented students have consistently received a 1-star rating, suggesting a need for more enrichment opportunities.

Compared to other area schools, Losoya shows a more consistent improvement trend than Terrell Wells Middle or Kingsborough Middle, which have seen rankings fluctuate or decline. While schools like Somerset J H and Greg A Garcia Early College Intermediate have higher absolute rankings, Losoya’s growth is more pronounced. The school also generally outperforms its district counterpart, Julius L Matthey Middle, in reading and math. Overall, Losoya Middle is effectively serving its community and showing promising signs of continued growth, though parents should be aware of the specific areas where the school is working to improve.