Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Michael 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 93% 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: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael 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 Michael Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#6168 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Michael Elementary School's ranking?
Michael Elementary School is ranked #6168 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Michael Elementary School?
559 students attend Michael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Michael Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael Elementary School?
Michael Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Michael Elementary School offer ?
Michael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Michael Elementary School part of?
Michael Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Michael Elementary School located?
Michael Elementary School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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