Needs Improvement
#8395 of 8,552 schools in TX
Candlewood EL
Elementary School · JUDSON ISD
3635 CANDLEGLEN, San Antonio, TX 78244
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,395 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#485 of 516
public schools
In district
#31 of 31
JUDSON ISD
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About Candlewood EL
Candlewood EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of JUDSON ISD. Candlewood EL serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Candlewood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,395 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Candlewood EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Candlewood 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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Candlewood EL — Students at Candlewood EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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: 2.7/10.
How Candlewood EL Compares
See how Candlewood 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
3635 CANDLEGLEN, San Antonio, TX 78244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Candlewood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ESCONDIDO EL (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Converse), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMELOT EL (rated 6.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST TERRELL HILLS EL (rated 6.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KAREN WAGNER H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| HOPKINS EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| SAN ANTONIO PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM PASCHALL EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| JAMES L MASTERS Converse | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| KIRBY MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| JUDSON LEARNING ACAD San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| WOODLAKE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| HENRY METZGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| PARK VILLAGE EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| WOODLAKE HILLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MARY LOU HARTMAN San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| HOUSTON H S San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| IDEA WALZEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA WALZEM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DAVIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMELOT EL San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| WHITE MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| EAST TERRELL HILLS EL San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ESCONDIDO EL Converse | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,789
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$1,552/mo
Population
37,861
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
32.8
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| NAVARRO EL Lockhart, TX | 2.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Candlewood EL
What grades does Candlewood EL serve?
Candlewood EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Candlewood EL?
Candlewood EL has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Candlewood EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Candlewood EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Candlewood EL rank in TX?
Candlewood EL ranks #8,395 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Candlewood EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Candlewood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Candlewood EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Candlewood EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Candlewood EL a charter school?
No, Candlewood EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Candlewood EL a Title I school?
No, Candlewood EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Candlewood EL?
80.0% of students at Candlewood 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
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (210) 662-1060
Resources & Links
District
JUDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,848
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,253
- District Rank
- #31 of 31
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