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Below Average

#6683 of 8,552 schools in TX

Brauchle EL

Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD

8555 BOWENS CROSSING, San Antonio, TX 78250

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,683 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#308 of 516

public schools

In district

#62 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

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Brauchle EL

4.8/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sst Hill Country

8.2/10

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4.1/10

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About Brauchle EL

Brauchle EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Brauchle EL serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brauchle EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,683 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Brauchle EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Brauchle EL — Students at Brauchle EL score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
33.9%
ELA
47.9%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Brauchle EL Compares

See how Brauchle EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in TX
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8555 BOWENS CROSSING, San Antonio, TX 78250

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brauchle EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRAUN STATION EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 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
SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio 0.3 mi 8.2
NORTHWEST CROSSING EL San Antonio 0.8 mi 4.1
NICHOLS EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 5.9
BURKE EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 5.9
KRUEGER EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 7.0
BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 7.7
STEVENSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.3
CARSON EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.4
KIDS R KIDS NO. 57 LIBERTY FIELD San Antonio 1.5 mi
WARD EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 5.7
FERNANDEZ EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 5.2
JEFFERSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.6 mi 5.4
KNOWLTON EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 3.2
ZACHRY MIDDLE San Antonio 2.1 mi 4.0
FIELDS EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 8.4
SCENIC HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio 2.1 mi 6.4
ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio 2.2 mi 5.1
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW ACADEMY San Antonio 2.4 mi 5.0
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 2.4 mi 7.2
CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE HELOTES Helotes 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,289

Median Home Value

$221,900

Median Rent

$1,470/mo

Population

57,849

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brauchle EL

What grades does Brauchle EL serve?

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

How many students attend Brauchle EL?

Brauchle EL has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brauchle EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Brauchle EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brauchle EL rank in TX?

Brauchle EL ranks #6,683 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Brauchle EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Brauchle EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Brauchle EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brauchle EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Brauchle EL a charter school?

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

Is Brauchle EL a Title I school?

No, Brauchle EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brauchle EL?

67.3% of students at Brauchle 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
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

NORTHSIDE ISD
District Enrollment
101,095
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,632
District Rank
#62 of 122

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