Needs Improvement
#8131 of 8,552 schools in TX
Adams Hill EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
9627 ADAMS HILL DR, San Antonio, TX 78245
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,131 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#437 of 516
public schools
In district
#104 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Adams Hill EL
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About Adams Hill EL
Adams Hill EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Adams Hill EL serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,131 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Adams Hill EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Adams Hill EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Adams Hill EL — Students at Adams Hill EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.2/10.
How Adams Hill EL Compares
See how Adams Hill EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9627 ADAMS HILL DR, San Antonio, TX 78245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adams Hill EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA MAYS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIG COUNTRY EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FISHER EL (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio | 0.2 mi | — |
| MICHAEL EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| HATCHETT EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| FISHER EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| IDEA MAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MAYS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.1 |
| CODY EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON COLLEGE PREPARATOR Weslaco | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ALTERNATIVE H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (SAN ANTONIO) San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,890
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
91,388
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BLACK EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
| CODWELL EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adams Hill EL
What grades does Adams Hill EL serve?
Adams Hill EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Adams Hill EL?
Adams Hill EL has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams Hill EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Adams Hill EL is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adams Hill EL rank in TX?
Adams Hill EL ranks #8,131 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Adams Hill EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Adams Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adams Hill EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams Hill EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adams Hill EL a charter school?
No, Adams Hill EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adams Hill EL a Title I school?
No, Adams Hill EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams Hill EL?
85.6% of students at Adams Hill 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (210) 397-1400
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #104 of 122
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