Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sarah S King 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 99% 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: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sarah S King Elementary serves the west part of San Antonio, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles, with most homes located within a 5-10 minute drive, and the furthest point being about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sarah S King Elementary School's student population of 645 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
645 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe we are preparing a new generation of students to become innovative leaders.
School Rankings
Sarah S King 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 Sarah S King Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#7144 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarah S King Elementary School's ranking?
Sarah S King Elementary School is ranked #7144 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sarah S King Elementary School often compared to?
Sarah S King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carvajal Elementary School, Bowden Academy, Alonso S Perales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sarah S King Elementary School?
645 students attend Sarah S King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sarah S King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarah S King Elementary School?
Sarah S King Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sarah S King Elementary School offer ?
Sarah S King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sarah S King Elementary School part of?
Sarah S King Elementary School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarah S King Elementary School located?
Sarah S King Elementary School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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