Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Windcrest 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 46% (which is lower 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: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Windcrest Elementary serves the southeast part of San Antonio, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to get to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Windcrest Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Windcrest 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 Windcrest Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#6093 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Windcrest Elementary School is ranked #6093 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Windcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Windcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royal Ridge 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Windcrest Elementary School?
473 students attend Windcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Windcrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windcrest Elementary School?
Windcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Windcrest Elementary School offer ?
Windcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Windcrest Elementary School part of?
Windcrest Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Windcrest Elementary School located?
Windcrest Elementary School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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