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Below Average

#7451 of 8,552 schools in TX

Collier EL

Elementary School · HARLANDALE ISD

834 W SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78211

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,451 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#368 of 516

public schools

In district

#12 of 18

HARLANDALE ISD

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Collier EL

4.1/10

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

A Leal JR Middle

4.9/10

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3.5/10

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About Collier EL

Collier EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of HARLANDALE ISD. Collier EL serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Collier EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,451 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Collier EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,311
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Collier EL — Students at Collier EL score 27% 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

93.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
81%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
24.4%
ELA
44.5%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
34%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Collier EL Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
13th percentile in TX
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

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

834 W SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Collier EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
A LEAL JR MIDDLE San Antonio 0.2 mi 4.9
STONEWALL/FLANDERS EL San Antonio 0.6 mi 3.5
PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio 1.0 mi 6.5
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 1.1 mi 4.1
CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 2.8
VESTAL EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.1
ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio 1.5 mi 4.6
HARLANDALE H S San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.0
V M ADAMS EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.9
HUTCHINS EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 4.1
HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio 1.6 mi 4.2
TERRELL WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio 1.7 mi 4.9
MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio 1.8 mi 4.6
DWIGHT MIDDLE San Antonio 1.6 mi 4.8
IDEA EWING HALSELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.8 mi 6.4
IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY San Antonio 1.8 mi 7.1
HILLCREST EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 3.8
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S San Antonio 1.9 mi 4.3
PRICE EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 3.3
BURBANK H S San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,279

Median Home Value

$110,200

Median Rent

$1,047/mo

Population

30,589

College Educated

6.7%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Collier EL

What grades does Collier EL serve?

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

How many students attend Collier EL?

Collier EL has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Collier EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Collier EL is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Collier EL rank in TX?

Collier EL ranks #7,451 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Collier EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Collier EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Collier EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Collier EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Collier EL a charter school?

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

Is Collier EL a Title I school?

No, Collier EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

93.3% of students at Collier 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

HARLANDALE ISD
District Enrollment
11,814
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,311
District Rank
#12 of 18

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