Needs Improvement
#8138 of 8,552 schools in TX
Collins Garden EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
167 HARRIMAN PL, San Antonio, TX 78204
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,138 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#440 of 516
public schools
In district
#69 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Collins Garden EL
Collins Garden EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Collins Garden EL serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Collins Garden EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,138 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Collins Garden EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Collins Garden 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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Collins Garden EL — Students at Collins Garden EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
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: 3.1/10.
How Collins Garden EL Compares
See how Collins Garden 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
167 HARRIMAN PL, San Antonio, TX 78204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collins Garden EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGE E KELLY EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP ESPERANZA PRI (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BURBANK H S San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HARRIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| STORM EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 1.7 |
| PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BRISCOE EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| HILLCREST EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| KNOX EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| LOWELL MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SARAH S KING EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| GEORGE E KELLY EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LANIER H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,667
Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
11,944
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
36.2
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| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BLACK EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collins Garden EL
What grades does Collins Garden EL serve?
Collins Garden EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Collins Garden EL?
Collins Garden EL has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collins Garden EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Collins Garden EL is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Collins Garden EL rank in TX?
Collins Garden EL ranks #8,138 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Collins Garden EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Collins Garden EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Collins Garden EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collins Garden EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Collins Garden EL a charter school?
No, Collins Garden EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collins Garden EL a Title I school?
No, Collins Garden EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collins Garden EL?
94.7% of students at Collins Garden 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (210) 228-3310
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #69 of 94
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