Below Average
#7577 of 8,552 schools in TX
Allen EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
101 DUMONT DR, San Antonio, TX 78227
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,577 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#380 of 516
public schools
In district
#83 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Allen EL
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About Allen EL
Allen EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Allen EL serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Allen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,577 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Allen EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Allen 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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Allen EL — Students at Allen EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 2.3/10.
How Allen EL Compares
See how Allen 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
101 DUMONT DR, San Antonio, TX 78227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allen EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LACKLAND EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VALLEY HI EL (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| VALLEY HI EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.1 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| HULL EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| JAY H S San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| MEADOW VILLAGE EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,049
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
44,091
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allen EL
What grades does Allen EL serve?
Allen EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Allen EL?
Allen EL has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allen EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Allen EL is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allen EL rank in TX?
Allen EL ranks #7,577 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Allen EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Allen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Allen EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allen EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Allen EL a charter school?
No, Allen EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Allen EL a Title I school?
No, Allen EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allen EL?
91.5% of students at Allen 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
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (210) 397-0800
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #83 of 122
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