Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baskin Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baskin Elementary serves the northwest part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within 0.7 miles of the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baskin Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Campus Size
7 acres
School Rankings
Baskin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baskin Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baskin Elementary School's ranking?
Baskin Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Baskin Elementary School often compared to?
Baskin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baskin Elementary School?
271 students attend Baskin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Baskin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baskin Elementary School?
Baskin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baskin Elementary School offer ?
Baskin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Baskin Elementary School part of?
Baskin Elementary School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Baskin Elementary School located?
Baskin Elementary School is located in the Near Northwest neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Near Northwest.
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