Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Meadows 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 89% 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: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Meadows Elementary School's student population of 744 students has grown by 22% 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
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Meadows 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 Spring Meadows Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#6201 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Meadows Elementary School is ranked #6201 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spring Meadows Elementary School?
744 students attend Spring Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Spring Meadows Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Meadows Elementary School?
Spring Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Spring Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spring Meadows Elementary School part of?
Spring Meadows Elementary School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Meadows Elementary School located?
Spring Meadows Elementary School is located in the Ventura neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
Thank You All for the "well planned" recognition event on 5-16-14. Food & refreshments and "special time" were great. Had a good time. Omah & Opah.
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