Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colonies North 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colonies North Elementary serves the eastern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colonies North Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Colonies North 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 Colonies North Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#7073 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
25%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonies North Elementary School's ranking?
Colonies North Elementary School is ranked #7073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Colonies North Elementary School often compared to?
Colonies North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howsman Elementary School, Colonial Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Colonies North Elementary School?
513 students attend Colonies North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Colonies North Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonies North Elementary School?
Colonies North Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonies North Elementary School offer ?
Colonies North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Colonies North Elementary School part of?
Colonies North Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Colonies North Elementary School located?
Colonies North Elementary School is located in the Vance Jackson neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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