Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spicewood Park 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SPICEWOOD PARK Elementary serves the eastern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 29.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the farthest distance to the zone's edge being about 6.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spicewood Park Elementary School's student population of 722 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Spicewood Park Elementary is to create a safe and challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for all students.
School Rankings
Spicewood Park 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 Spicewood Park Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#5625 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicewood Park Elementary School's ranking?
Spicewood Park Elementary School is ranked #5625 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spicewood Park Elementary School?
722 students attend Spicewood Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Spicewood Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spicewood Park Elementary School?
Spicewood Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spicewood Park Elementary School offer ?
Spicewood Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spicewood Park Elementary School part of?
Spicewood Park Elementary School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spicewood Park Elementary School located?
Spicewood Park Elementary School is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.
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