Edgewood Independent School District

5358 W Commerce St
San Antonio, TX 78237-1354
(District boundaries shown in map)
1/
10
Bottom 50%

Top Rankings

Edgewood Independent School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,531 students in Edgewood Independent School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public middle schools in Texas.
Public Middle Schools in Edgewood Independent School District have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 52% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (TX)
# Schools
24 Schools
2,747 Schools
# Students
7,483 Students
1,489,538 Students
# Teachers
485 Teachers
103,135 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

District Rank

Edgewood Independent School District, which is ranked #1151 of all 1,196 school districts in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 83% has increased from 82% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (TX)
#1149 out of 1204 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Edgewood Independent   School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
17%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Edgewood Independent   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
27%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Edgewood Independent   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
17%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Edgewood Independent   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
83%
90%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Edgewood Independent   School District and public school graduation rate of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.06
0.64
# American Indian Students
1 Student
5,199 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
53 Students
77,599 Students
% Asian Students
1%
5%
# Hispanic Students
7,240 Students
795,444 Students
% Hispanic Students
97%
53%
# Black Students
103 Students
186,072 Students
% Black Students
1%
13%
# White Students
71 Students
378,957 Students
% White Students
1%
26%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
2,404 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
12 Students
43,863 Students
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
3%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
813
15,212
# Students in K Grade:
514
21,462
# Students in 1st Grade:
518
22,752
# Students in 2nd Grade:
546
22,958
# Students in 3rd Grade:
549
22,862
# Students in 4th Grade:
542
22,563
# Students in 5th Grade:
504
30,190
# Students in 6th Grade:
372
326,610
# Students in 7th Grade:
354
406,424
# Students in 8th Grade:
403
414,179
# Students in 9th Grade:
801
56,165
# Students in 10th Grade:
686
48,628
# Students in 11th Grade:
456
42,213
# Students in 12th Grade:
425
37,320
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $18,289 is higher than the state median of $13,387. The school district revenue/student has grown by 22% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $16,179 is higher than the state median of $14,116. The school district spending/student has grown by 22% over four school years.
This School District
This State (TX)
Total Revenue
$137 MM
$74,029 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Edgewood Independent   School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$121 MM
$78,063 MM
This chart displays total spending of Edgewood Independent   School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$18,289
$13,387
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Edgewood Independent   School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$16,179
$14,116
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Edgewood Independent   School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Edgewood Independent School District Public Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Gus Garcia Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3306 Ruiz St
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 898-4160
Grades: 6-8
| 451 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Roy Cisneros Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3011 Ruiz
San Antonio, TX 78237
(210) 898-4170
Grades: K-7
| 196 students
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1626 Thompson Pl
San Antonio, TX 78226
(210) 898-4120
Grades: 6-8
| 558 students
Rank: #44.
Las Palmas Leadership School For Girls
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
115 Las Palmas
San Antonio, TX 78237
(210) 898-4210
Grades: K-7
| 300 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Center
Alternative School
607 Sw 34th St
San Antonio, TX 78237
(210) 898-4200
Grades: 6-10
| 26 students

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 24 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 7,483 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Quick Links