Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J T Brackenridge 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J T Brackenridge Elementary serves the west part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
J T Brackenridge Elementary School's student population of 597 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Motto
Work Hard. Be Great. Have Heart!
School Rankings
J T Brackenridge 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 J T Brackenridge Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#7819 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J T Brackenridge Elementary School's ranking?
J T Brackenridge Elementary School is ranked #7819 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J T Brackenridge Elementary School often compared to?
J T Brackenridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rodriguez Montessori Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J T Brackenridge Elementary School?
597 students attend J T Brackenridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of J T Brackenridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J T Brackenridge Elementary School?
J T Brackenridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J T Brackenridge Elementary School offer ?
J T Brackenridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J T Brackenridge Elementary School part of?
J T Brackenridge Elementary School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is J T Brackenridge Elementary School located?
J T Brackenridge Elementary School is located in the Guadalupe Westside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Guadalupe Westside.
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