Very Good
#102 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 11% of private schools
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs
Elementary School
975 MISSION SPRINGS, San Antonio, TX 78258
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#102 of 883
In San Antonio
#9 of 53
public schools
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Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs is a private elementary school in San Antonio, TX. Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs compares to 469 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs (this school) | 7.8 |
| HARDY OAK EL | 8.9 |
| LOPEZ MIDDLE | 7.9 |
| TUSCANY HEIGHTS | 7.4 |
| CANYON RIDGE EL | 8.3 |
| BUSH MIDDLE | 7.8 |
| STONE OAK EL | 8.9 |
| LAS LOMAS EL | 7.7 |
| ROAN FOREST EL | 8.3 |
| WILDERNESS OAK EL | 8.8 |
| TEJEDA MIDDLE | 7.6 |
| ENCINO PARK EL | 8.3 |
| CIBOLO GREEN | 7.8 |
| HILL MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| BULVERDE CREEK | 7.6 |
| VINEYARD RANCH EL | 8.8 |
| LAUREL RIDGE | 6.1 |
| DRISCOLL MIDDLE | 4.8 |
| HIDDEN FOREST EL | 8.2 |
| THOUSAND OAKS EL | 4.8 |
| GREAT HEARTS NORTHERN OAKS | 5.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
975 MISSION SPRINGS, San Antonio, TX 78258
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARDY OAK EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STONE OAK EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILDERNESS OAK EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARDY OAK EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| LOPEZ MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| CANYON RIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| TUSCANY HEIGHTS San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MH SPECHT EL New Braunfels | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| BUSH MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| LAS LOMAS EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| STONE OAK EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| WILDERNESS OAK EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ROAN FOREST EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| TEJEDA MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHNSON H S San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| REAGAN H S San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| INDIAN SPRINGS EL New Braunfels | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ENCINO PARK EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LEAF SPRING SCHOOL AT SONTERRA San Antonio | 3.5 mi | — |
| PIEPER RANCH MIDDLE New Braunfels | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| TIMBERWOOD PARK EL New Braunfels | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY San Antonio | 3.7 mi | — |
| THE LILYPAD GARDEN SCHOOL San Antonio | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78258 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,133
Median Home Value
$446,700
Median Rent
$1,720/mo
Population
51,672
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs
What grades does Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs serve?
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs?
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs?
The student-teacher ratio at Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs rank in TX?
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs ranks #102 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs's MySchoolScout rating?
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs a private school?
Yes, Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs a religious school?
Buckner Fanning School at Mission Springs has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 721-4700
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