Essence Preparatory Charter School serves 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Essence Preparatory Charter School's student population of 365 students has grown by 254% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Essence Preparatory Charter School is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
71%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Essence Preparatory Charter School?
365 students attend Essence Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Essence Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essence Preparatory Charter School?
Essence Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Essence Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Essence Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Essence Preparatory Charter School part of?
Essence Preparatory Charter School is part of Essence Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Essence Preparatory Charter School located?
Essence Preparatory Charter School is located in the Eastside Promise Neighborhood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Eastside Promise Neighborhood.
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