Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy's student population of 478 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy is 0.60, 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
#357 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy's ranking?
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy is ranked #357 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy often compared to?
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Basis San Antonio- Shavano Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy?
478 students attend Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy?
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy offer ?
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy part of?
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy is part of Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy located?
Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy is located in the Whispering Oaks neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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