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Below Average

#6925 of 8,552 schools in TX

Clear Spring EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

4311 CLEAR SPRING DR, San Antonio, TX 78217

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,925 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#328 of 516

public schools

In district

#64 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

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Clear Spring EL

4.6/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clear Spring EL

Clear Spring EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Clear Spring EL serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Clear Spring EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,925 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Clear Spring EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Clear Spring 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,211
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

Clear Spring EL — Students at Clear Spring EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
19.7%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
38%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Clear Spring EL Compares

See how Clear Spring EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in TX
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4311 CLEAR SPRING DR, San Antonio, TX 78217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clear Spring EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST ALAMO (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Windcrest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMELOT EL (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SST SA COLLEGE PREP H S San Antonio 0.5 mi 8.1
SERNA EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 3.8
ACADEMY OF CREATIVE ED San Antonio 0.9 mi 5.5
HOMEBASED COMP ED San Antonio 1.0 mi
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST Windcrest 1.2 mi 7.5
HERITAGE ACADEMY Windcrest 1.2 mi
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest 1.2 mi
ST MARY'S HALL San Antonio 1.2 mi 7.3
WALZEM EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 6.3
COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY Windcrest 1.4 mi 6.4
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville 1.6 mi 3.7
EL DORADO EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 4.9
ROOSEVELT H S San Antonio 1.8 mi 5.1
WINDCREST EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.2
KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.9 mi 5.6
OAK GROVE EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 6.3
SST ALAMO San Antonio 1.9 mi 7.6
GARNER MIDDLE San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.0
MACARTHUR H S San Antonio 2.0 mi 5.5
CAMELOT EL San Antonio 2.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,852

Median Home Value

$216,100

Median Rent

$1,186/mo

Population

33,959

College Educated

30.3%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clear Spring EL

What grades does Clear Spring EL serve?

Clear Spring EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Clear Spring EL?

Clear Spring EL has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clear Spring EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Clear Spring EL is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clear Spring EL rank in TX?

Clear Spring EL ranks #6,925 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Clear Spring EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Clear Spring EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Clear Spring EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clear Spring EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Clear Spring EL a charter school?

No, Clear Spring EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clear Spring EL a Title I school?

No, Clear Spring EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clear Spring EL?

92.3% of students at Clear Spring 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

NORTH EAST ISD
District Enrollment
57,374
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,211
District Rank
#64 of 71

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