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Alternative EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
6839 BABCOCK RD, San Antonio, TX 78249
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
2nd – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Alternative EL
Alternative EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of the NORTHSIDE ISD. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades 2nd – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,851, where 52% 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 5 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 2.5:1, 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
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Address
- 6839 BABCOCK RD, San Antonio, TX 78249
- Phone
- (210) 397-8500
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
6839 BABCOCK RD, San Antonio, TX 78249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alternative EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARNAHAN EL (rated 7.4/10). Another option is STEUBING EL (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away). Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARNAHAN EL San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BOONE EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| SCOBEE EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| RUDDER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| THORNTON EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| BRANDEIS H S San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| STINSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WANKE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MAY EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| STEUBING EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| THE ATONEMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| SUBURBAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | — |
| ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ACHIEVERS CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Antonio | 2.3 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,851
Median Home Value
$284,200
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
61,772
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
28.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alternative EL has a median household income of $80,851. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $284,200, with a median rent of $1,475/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ABILENE JUNIOR ACADEMY Abilene, TX | — |
| ABOUT FACE PROGRAM EL El Paso, TX | — |
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| ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Farmers Branch, TX | — |
| ASBURY METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Pasadena, TX | — |
| BASTROP MONTESSORI Bastrop, TX | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alternative EL
What grades does Alternative EL serve?
Alternative EL serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Alternative EL?
Alternative EL has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alternative EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Alternative EL is 2.5:1. 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
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 397-8500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
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