Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, El Dorado 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: El Dorado Elementary serves the southeast area of San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
El Dorado Elementary School's student population of 517 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
El Dorado 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 El Dorado Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#5722 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
6%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Dorado Elementary School's ranking?
El Dorado Elementary School is ranked #5722 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are El Dorado Elementary School often compared to?
El Dorado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copperfield Elementary School, Sst Alamo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend El Dorado Elementary School?
517 students attend El Dorado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of El Dorado Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Dorado Elementary School?
El Dorado Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does El Dorado Elementary School offer ?
El Dorado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is El Dorado Elementary School part of?
El Dorado Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is El Dorado Elementary School located?
El Dorado Elementary School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Uptown.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school from what i've seen on their website. They have so much going on and alot of voulenteers. They also have a bilingual class. I'm impress with this school.
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