Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carnahan 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 83% 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: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnahan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carnahan Elementary School's student population of 577 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carnahan 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 Carnahan Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#4411 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Carnahan Elementary School's ranking?
Carnahan Elementary School is ranked #4411 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carnahan Elementary School often compared to?
Carnahan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carnahan Elementary School?
577 students attend Carnahan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carnahan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnahan Elementary School?
Carnahan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carnahan Elementary School offer ?
Carnahan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carnahan Elementary School part of?
Carnahan Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carnahan Elementary School located?
Carnahan Elementary School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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