Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carvajal 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 10-14% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carvajal Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
Carvajal 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 Carvajal Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#7806 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carvajal Elementary School's ranking?
Carvajal Elementary School is ranked #7806 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carvajal Elementary School often compared to?
Carvajal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarah S King Elementary School, Alonso S Perales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Carvajal Elementary School?
328 students attend Carvajal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carvajal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carvajal Elementary School?
Carvajal Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carvajal Elementary School offer ?
Carvajal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carvajal Elementary School part of?
Carvajal Elementary School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carvajal Elementary School located?
Carvajal Elementary School is located in the Lackland Air Force Base neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Lackland Air Force Base.
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