Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 87% 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: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LEWIS ES serves the southern part of its school district in San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewis 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 Lewis Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#4014 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Leopards
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis Elementary School is ranked #4014 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lewis Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murnin Elementary School, Myers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?
437 students attend Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Lewis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis Elementary School?
Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lewis Elementary School part of?
Lewis Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis Elementary School located?
Lewis 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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