Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galm 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galm Elementary School serves the south part of its district in San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles, with typical travel times of 5 to 10 minutes for residents within the zone. The furthest point from the school is about 1.3 miles away, with most areas located within 0.7 miles of the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galm Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Motto
Galm Elementary will continuously ignite a passion for learning through collaborative, engaging, and meaningful experiences that create lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Galm 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 Galm Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#5844 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galm Elementary School's ranking?
Galm Elementary School is ranked #5844 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Galm Elementary School often compared to?
Galm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ott Elementary School, Scarborough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Galm Elementary School?
541 students attend Galm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Galm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galm Elementary School?
Galm Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galm Elementary School offer ?
Galm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Galm Elementary School part of?
Galm Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Galm Elementary School located?
Galm 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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