Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lackland City Elementary School serves the southern part of San Antonio, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allen Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We want our children to have ROOTS - the academic foundation, self-concept, and positive attitudes on which success in school depends. We want our children to have WINGS - the thinking skills, creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm and broad world view to so
School Rankings
Allen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#4994 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)34.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Teal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Elementary School is ranked #4994 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Allen Elementary School often compared to?
Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Allen Elementary School?
442 students attend Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Allen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Elementary School?
Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Allen Elementary School offer ?
Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Allen Elementary School part of?
Allen Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen Elementary School located?
Allen Elementary School is located in the Springvale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Springvale.
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