Serving 925 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scarborough Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (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 81% 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: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scarborough Elementary School serves the west part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 29.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scarborough Elementary School's student population of 925 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
925 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Transform learning experiences and inspire Huskies to lead by example.
School Rankings
Scarborough Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scarborough Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1938 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scarborough Elementary School's ranking?
Scarborough Elementary School is ranked #1938 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Scarborough Elementary School often compared to?
Scarborough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galm Elementary School, Ott Elementary School, Krueger 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Scarborough Elementary School?
925 students attend Scarborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Scarborough Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scarborough Elementary School?
Scarborough Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scarborough Elementary School offer ?
Scarborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scarborough Elementary School part of?
Scarborough Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Scarborough Elementary School located?
Scarborough 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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