Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernandez 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 83% 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: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernandez Elementary serves the southern area of San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with most residences located within 0.7 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernandez Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Fernandez 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 Fernandez Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2753 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
70%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernandez Elementary School's ranking?
Fernandez Elementary School is ranked #2753 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fernandez Elementary School often compared to?
Fernandez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knowlton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fernandez Elementary School?
416 students attend Fernandez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fernandez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernandez Elementary School?
Fernandez Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fernandez Elementary School offer ?
Fernandez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fernandez Elementary School part of?
Fernandez Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Fernandez Elementary School located?
Fernandez Elementary School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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