Needs Improvement
#8371 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cable EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
1706 PINN RD, San Antonio, TX 78227
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,371 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#476 of 516
public schools
In district
#115 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Cable EL
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About Cable EL
Cable EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Cable EL serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cable EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,371 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cable EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Cable 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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Cable EL — Students at Cable EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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: 1.9/10.
How Cable EL Compares
See how Cable 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
1706 PINN RD, San Antonio, TX 78227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cable EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA MAYS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUBILEE WESTWOOD (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTWOOD TERRACE EL (rated 4.3/10, 1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| JONES MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| HULL EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND ARTS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JUBILEE WESTWOOD San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PASSMORE EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| JAY H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MEADOW VILLAGE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| IDEA MAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MAYS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (SAN ANTONIO) San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURLESON EL Odessa, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL Crockett, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL San Angelo, TX | 2.8 |
| FANNIN EL Corsicana, TX | 2.8 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights, TX | 2.8 |
| HAZEL HARVEY PEACE EL Fort Worth, TX | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cable EL
What grades does Cable EL serve?
Cable EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cable EL?
Cable EL has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cable EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cable EL is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cable EL rank in TX?
Cable EL ranks #8,371 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cable EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cable EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Cable EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cable EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cable EL a charter school?
No, Cable EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cable EL a Title I school?
No, Cable EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cable EL?
93.5% of students at Cable 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (210) 397-2850
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #115 of 122
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