Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Margil 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margil Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Margil Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
430 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Margil 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 Margil 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
#7101 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%

Black
4%
13%

White
3%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margil Elementary School's ranking?
Margil Elementary School is ranked #7101 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Margil Elementary School?
430 students attend Margil Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Margil Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Margil Elementary School?
Margil Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Margil Elementary School offer ?
Margil Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Margil Elementary School part of?
Margil Elementary School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Margil Elementary School located?
Margil Elementary School is located in the Gardendale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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