Serving 839 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Potranco Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Potranco Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 154.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potranco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Potranco Elementary School's student population of 839 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
839 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potranco Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potranco Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1554 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potranco Elementary School's ranking?
Potranco Elementary School is ranked #1554 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Potranco Elementary School often compared to?
Potranco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Potranco Elementary School?
839 students attend Potranco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Potranco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potranco Elementary School?
Potranco Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potranco Elementary School offer ?
Potranco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Potranco Elementary School part of?
Potranco Elementary School is part of Medina Valley Independent School District.
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