Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank Madla 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 96% 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: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Madla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frank Madla Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank Madla 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 Frank Madla Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#7177 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Madla Elementary School's ranking?
Frank Madla Elementary School is ranked #7177 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Frank Madla Elementary School?
392 students attend Frank Madla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Frank Madla Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Madla Elementary School?
Frank Madla Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank Madla Elementary School offer ?
Frank Madla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frank Madla Elementary School part of?
Frank Madla Elementary School is part of South San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank Madla Elementary School located?
Frank Madla Elementary School is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.
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