Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raba Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 86% 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: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: RABA Elementary School serves the southern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1 mile from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raba Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Raba Elementary School's student population of 565 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
565 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
At Raba, We Are Committed to Transforming the Learning Experience for ALL Students.
School Rankings
Raba 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 Raba 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
#1106 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, White
School Mascot
Rattlers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raba Elementary School's ranking?
Raba Elementary School is ranked #1106 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Raba Elementary School?
565 students attend Raba Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Raba Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raba Elementary School?
Raba Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raba Elementary School offer ?
Raba Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Raba Elementary School part of?
Raba Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Raba Elementary School located?
Raba 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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