Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Terrell Hills 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Terrell Hills Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, extending up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Terrell Hills Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Wolves
School Rankings
East Terrell Hills 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 East Terrell Hills Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#5612 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)25.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Terrell Hills Elementary School's ranking?
East Terrell Hills Elementary School is ranked #5612 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are East Terrell Hills Elementary School often compared to?
East Terrell Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend East Terrell Hills Elementary School?
584 students attend East Terrell Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of East Terrell Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Terrell Hills Elementary School?
East Terrell Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Terrell Hills Elementary School offer ?
East Terrell Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Terrell Hills Elementary School part of?
East Terrell Hills Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is East Terrell Hills Elementary School located?
East Terrell Hills Elementary School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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