Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ELM CREEK EL serves the western part of its school district in San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 31.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 4.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Creek Elementary School's student population of 805 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
805 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm Creek Elementary 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 Elm Creek 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
#3686 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Creek Elementary School is ranked #3686 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elm Creek Elementary School?
805 students attend Elm Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Elm Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Creek Elementary School?
Elm Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elm Creek Elementary School offer ?
Elm Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elm Creek Elementary School part of?
Elm Creek Elementary School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
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