Serving 724 students in grades 5-6, Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elaine S Schlather Intermediate serves the northern part of the Cibolo, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest distance reaching 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School's student population of 724 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
724 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
YOU Belong Here!
School Rankings
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School is 0.71, 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
#3308 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School's ranking?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School is ranked #3308 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School often compared to?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Jordan Intermediate School, Laura Ingalls Wilder Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School?
724 students attend Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School offer ?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School part of?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School is part of Schertz-Cibolo-U City Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school for any race of children. And great to make new friends awesome and helpful teachers all the way. There is not a thing I would change. This school is perfect the way it is.
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