Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bob Hope Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 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: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bob Hope Elementary serves the eastern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking around 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is 1.4 miles, reaching up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bob Hope Elementary School's student population of 488 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bob Hope 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 Bob Hope Elementary School 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
#4853 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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
3%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bob Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Bob Hope Elementary School is ranked #4853 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bob Hope Elementary School?
488 students attend Bob Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bob Hope Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bob Hope Elementary School?
Bob Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bob Hope Elementary School offer ?
Bob Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bob Hope Elementary School part of?
Bob Hope Elementary School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bob Hope Elementary School located?
Bob Hope Elementary School 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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