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#727 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 9% in state

Jackson-keller EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

1601 JACKSON KELLER RD, San Antonio, TX 78213

Enrollment

514

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Antonio

#9 of 516

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#401 of 4,678

In district

#5 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Jackson-keller EL

Jackson-keller EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of the NORTH EAST ISD. The school serves approximately 514 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.5th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 33% proficiency in math and 34% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,342, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31%
Reading/ELA Proficiency35%
Overall Proficiency33%
Expected (poverty-adj.)24%
vs. Expected+9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,753

Jackson-keller EL — Students at Jackson-keller EL score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 32.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Jackson-keller EL Compares

See how Jackson-keller EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
92th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

Location

1601 JACKSON KELLER RD, San Antonio, TX 78213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson-keller EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLMOS EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CASTLE HILLS EL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIDGEVIEW EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S San Antonio 0.3 mi 6.4
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA San Antonio 0.3 mi 8.8
CASTLE HILLS EL San Antonio 0.7 mi 8.4
PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio 0.8 mi 6.6
OLMOS EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 8.6
NIMITZ MIDDLE San Antonio 0.9 mi 4.9
MOUNT SACRED HEART SCHOOL San Antonio 1.0 mi 6.1
JACKSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.0 mi 5.3
COLONIAL HILLS EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 7.0
SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE San Antonio 1.2 mi 3.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY LONE STAR San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.9
ST GEORGE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.2
LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio 1.6 mi 2.9
LEGACY TRADITIONAL- BASSE SECONDARY San Antonio 1.6 mi 5.1
STEPPING STONES ACADEMY Boerne 1.6 mi
ALTER H S San Antonio 1.4 mi 7.3
ALTER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.5
THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AT CASTLE HILLS San Antonio 1.6 mi 6.3
RIDGEVIEW EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,342

Median Home Value

$199,500

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

41,603

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

48.1%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

36.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Jackson-keller EL has a median household income of $53,342. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,500, with a median rent of $1,161/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.9%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson-keller EL

What grades does Jackson-keller EL serve?

Jackson-keller EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jackson-keller EL?

Jackson-keller EL has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson-keller EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson-keller EL is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson-keller EL rank in TX?

Jackson-keller EL is ranked #727 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Jackson-keller EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson-keller EL has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jackson-keller EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Jackson-keller EL has 32.5% math proficiency and 34.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Jackson-keller EL a charter school?

No, Jackson-keller EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jackson-keller EL a Title I school?

No, Jackson-keller EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jackson-keller EL?

93.6% of students at Jackson-keller EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,229/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bexar County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

NORTH EAST ISD
District Enrollment
57,374
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,211
District Rank
#5 of 71

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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