Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carlos Coon 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlos Coon Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
574 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carlos Coon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlos Coon Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#6792 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
87%
53%

Black
6%
13%

White
5%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

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 Carlos Coon Elementary School's ranking?
Carlos Coon Elementary School is ranked #6792 out of 8,188 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carlos Coon Elementary School?
574 students attend Carlos Coon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carlos Coon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlos Coon Elementary School?
Carlos Coon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carlos Coon Elementary School offer ?
Carlos Coon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carlos Coon Elementary School part of?
Carlos Coon Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carlos Coon Elementary School located?
Carlos Coon 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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