Serving 34 students in grades 1-4, Global Leadership Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Global Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Global Leadership Academy's student population of 34 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Global Leadership Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Global Leadership Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3007 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Leadership Academy's ranking?
Global Leadership Academy is ranked #3007 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Global Leadership Academy?
34 students attend Global Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Global Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Global Leadership Academy?
Global Leadership Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Global Leadership Academy offer ?
Global Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Global Leadership Academy part of?
Global Leadership Academy is part of South San Antonio ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Leadership Academy located?
Global Leadership Academy is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.
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