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Alternative EL
Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD
6523 CASCADE, San Antonio, TX 78218
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
1st – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Alternative EL
Alternative EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of the NORTH EAST ISD. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades 1st – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,833, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, Alternative EL is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Alternative EL offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 6523 CASCADE, San Antonio, TX 78218
- Website
- neisd.net
- Phone
- (210) 407-9400
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
6523 CASCADE, San Antonio, TX 78218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alternative EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FT SAM HOUSTON EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is NORTHEAST EL CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, NORTHWOOD EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away). For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILSHIRE EL San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| ROBERT G COLE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST DAVIDS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | — |
| EAST TERRELL HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHEAST EL CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FT SAM HOUSTON EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHWOOD EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| GARNER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WALZEM EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SERNA EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODRIDGE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ALAMO HEIGHTS J H San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CAMELOT EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,833
Median Home Value
$183,900
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
38,291
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
49.5%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
37
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alternative EL has a median household income of $56,833. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $183,900, with a median rent of $1,168/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alternative EL
What grades does Alternative EL serve?
Alternative EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Alternative EL?
Alternative EL has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alternative EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Alternative EL is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Alternative EL a charter school?
No, Alternative EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alternative EL a Title I school?
No, Alternative EL is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,229/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 407-9400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTH EAST ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,374
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,211
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