Serving 750 students in grades 5-6, Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School's student population of 750 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School is 0.68, 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
#3326 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School's ranking?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School is ranked #3326 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School often compared to?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Jordan Intermediate School, Laura Ingalls Wilder Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School?
750 students attend Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School offer ?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School part of?
Elaine S Schlather Intermediate School is part of Schertz-Cibolo-U City Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 4/29/2022
Great school for any race of children. And great to make new friends awesome and helpful teachers all the way. There is not a thing I would change. This school is perfect the way it is.
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