Average
#6253 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cardenas Center
School · EDGEWOOD ISD
3300 RUIZ ST, San Antonio, TX 78228
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 495 schools in San Antonio. Learn more
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,253 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#270 of 516
public schools
In district
#5 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Cardenas Center
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About Cardenas Center
Cardenas Center is a public school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Cardenas Center serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardenas Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,253 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Cardenas Center Compares
See how Cardenas Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3300 RUIZ ST, San Antonio, TX 78228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardenas Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP UN MUNDO PRI (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ROY CISNEROS EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 1.9 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP CAMINO ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP UN MUNDO PRI San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| MEMORIAL H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| FENWICK ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| OGDEN EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 1.9 |
| MADISON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 1.5 mi | — |
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.3 |
| STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,865
Median Home Value
$164,700
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
55,474
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
36
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardenas Center
What grades does Cardenas Center serve?
Cardenas Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Cardenas Center?
Cardenas Center has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardenas Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardenas Center is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cardenas Center rank in TX?
Cardenas Center ranks #6,253 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cardenas Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardenas Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardenas Center a charter school?
No, Cardenas Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cardenas Center a Title I school?
No, Cardenas Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cardenas Center?
94.5% of students at Cardenas Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 898-4270
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #5 of 23
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