Serving 928 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mireles Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mireles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mireles Elementary School's student population of 928 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mireles Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mireles Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2305 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
27%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mireles Elementary School's ranking?
Mireles Elementary School is ranked #2305 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mireles Elementary School often compared to?
Mireles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linton Elementary School, Burke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mireles Elementary School?
928 students attend Mireles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mireles Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mireles Elementary School?
Mireles Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mireles Elementary School offer ?
Mireles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mireles Elementary School part of?
Mireles Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mireles Elementary School located?
Mireles 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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