Serving 1,261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cole 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cole Elementary School's student population of 1,261 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cole Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cole Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1682 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cole Elementary School's ranking?
Cole Elementary School is ranked #1682 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cole Elementary School?
1,261 students attend Cole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cole Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cole Elementary School?
Cole Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cole Elementary School offer ?
Cole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cole Elementary School part of?
Cole Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cole Elementary School located?
Cole Elementary School is located in the Alamo Ranch neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
School Reviews
1 8/26/2019
I brought my son for pre K yesterday. He was supposed to meet his teacher. The school was packed and guess what? No teacher is available. My son is pre K and now does not want to go back. This gathering was totally not organized, It was very hot and no parking. We learned nothing.
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