Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briscoe 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Briscoe Elementary serves the southwest part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briscoe Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
We are thinkers and problem solvers that exemplify the attributes and skills of global citizens who value cultural diversity.
School Rankings
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#7690 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briscoe Elementary School's ranking?
Briscoe Elementary School is ranked #7690 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briscoe Elementary School?
494 students attend Briscoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Briscoe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briscoe Elementary School?
Briscoe Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briscoe Elementary School offer ?
Briscoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Briscoe Elementary School part of?
Briscoe Elementary School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Briscoe Elementary School located?
Briscoe Elementary School is located in the Lone Star neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Lone Star.
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