Excellent
#695 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 8% in state
Castle Hills EL
Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD
200 LEMONWOOD DR, San Antonio, TX 78213
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#695 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#14 of 516
public schools
In district
#8 of 71
NORTH EAST ISD
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Castle Hills EL
Castle Hills EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Castle Hills EL serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #695 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Castle Hills EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Castle Hills EL — Students at Castle Hills EL score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
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: 8.6/10.
How Castle Hills EL Compares
See how Castle Hills 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
200 LEMONWOOD DR, San Antonio, TX 78213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castle Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLMOS EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is KIPP SOMOS PRI (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST GEORGE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JACKSON-KELLER EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ST GEORGE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AT CASTLE HILLS San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| COLONIAL HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMERSION MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| COLONIAL HILLS UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | — |
| LARKSPUR EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| MOUNT SACRED HEART SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| EISENHOWER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| KIPP SOMOS PRI San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| NIMITZ MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| OLMOS EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ALTER H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,342
Median Home Value
$199,500
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
41,603
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
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| ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL Dallas, TX | 8.6 |
| ASHFORD EL Houston, TX | 8.6 |
| BELMAR EL Amarillo, TX | 8.6 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler, TX | 8.6 |
| BLATTMAN EL San Antonio, TX | 8.6 |
| BREWSTER EL Edinburg, TX | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castle Hills EL
What grades does Castle Hills EL serve?
Castle Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Castle Hills EL?
Castle Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Castle Hills EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Castle Hills EL rank in TX?
Castle Hills EL ranks #695 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Castle Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Castle Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Castle Hills EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Hills EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Castle Hills EL a charter school?
No, Castle Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Castle Hills EL a Title I school?
No, Castle Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castle Hills EL?
42.4% of students at Castle Hills 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
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (210) 407-1800
Resources & Links
District
NORTH EAST ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,374
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,211
- District Rank
- #8 of 71
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