Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leon Valley 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 33% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leon Valley Elementary serves the southeast part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leon Valley Elementary School's student population of 613 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leon Valley 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 Leon Valley Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#5471 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leon Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Leon Valley Elementary School is ranked #5471 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leon Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Leon Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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 Leon Valley Elementary School?
613 students attend Leon Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Leon Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon Valley Elementary School?
Leon Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leon Valley Elementary School offer ?
Leon Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leon Valley Elementary School part of?
Leon Valley Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Leon Valley Elementary School located?
Leon Valley Elementary School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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