Below Average
#6817 of 8,552 schools in TX
Charles C Ball EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
343 KOEHLER CT, San Antonio, TX 78223
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,817 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#321 of 516
public schools
In district
#43 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Charles C Ball EL
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About Charles C Ball EL
Charles C Ball EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Charles C Ball EL serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles C Ball EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,817 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Charles C Ball EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Charles C Ball EL is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
38% of students at Charles C Ball 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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Charles C Ball EL — Students at Charles C Ball EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 5.3/10.
How Charles C Ball EL Compares
See how Charles C Ball 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
343 KOEHLER CT, San Antonio, TX 78223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles C Ball EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEELE MONTESSORI EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHENCK EL (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMPASS ROSE LEGACY EL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOT WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MURIEL FORBES EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| PRE/K FOR SA - EAST CENTRAL ISD San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| FOSTER EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| STEELE MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| ROYAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| E H GILBERT EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| SCHENCK EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CAST MED H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLANDS H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| HAC DAEP H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HAC DAEP MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| HARLANDALE ISD STEM ECHS-ALAMO COLLEGES AT PAC San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WRIGHT EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,352
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
57,298
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
34.7
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| ALLEN EL Corpus Christi, TX | 4.7 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio, TX | 4.7 |
| ANDERSON MILL EL Austin, TX | 4.7 |
| BOOKER T WASHINGTON EL Wichita Falls, TX | 4.7 |
| CROCKETT EL Borger, TX | 4.7 |
| CRUTCHFIELD EL Sherman, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles C Ball EL
What grades does Charles C Ball EL serve?
Charles C Ball EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Charles C Ball EL?
Charles C Ball EL has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles C Ball EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles C Ball EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles C Ball EL rank in TX?
Charles C Ball EL ranks #6,817 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Charles C Ball EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles C Ball EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Charles C Ball EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles C Ball EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles C Ball EL a charter school?
Yes, Charles C Ball EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Charles C Ball EL a Title I school?
No, Charles C Ball EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles C Ball EL?
96.2% of students at Charles C Ball 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
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (210) 438-6845
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #43 of 94
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