Serving 455 students in grades 3-8, Agnes Cotton Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Agnes Cotton Elementary serves the northwest part of San Antonio, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agnes Cotton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Agnes Cotton Academy's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Agnes Cotton Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agnes Cotton Academy is 0.13, 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
#2225 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agnes Cotton Academy's ranking?
Agnes Cotton Academy is ranked #2225 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Agnes Cotton Academy?
455 students attend Agnes Cotton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Agnes Cotton Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agnes Cotton Academy?
Agnes Cotton Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Agnes Cotton Academy offer ?
Agnes Cotton Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Agnes Cotton Academy part of?
Agnes Cotton Academy is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Agnes Cotton Academy located?
Agnes Cotton Academy is located in the Midtown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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