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#7246 of 8,552 schools in TX

Colonial Hills EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

2627 KERRYBROOK CT, San Antonio, TX 78230

Enrollment

620

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,246 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#348 of 516

public schools

In district

#65 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

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Colonial Hills EL

4.3/10

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

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About Colonial Hills EL

Colonial Hills EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Colonial Hills EL serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Colonial Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,246 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Colonial Hills EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Colonial Hills 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,211
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Colonial Hills EL — Students at Colonial Hills EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (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
71%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
19.7%
ELA
33.2%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Colonial Hills EL Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
15th percentile in TX
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

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

2627 KERRYBROOK CT, San Antonio, TX 78230

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Colonial Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEANOR KOLITZ HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASTLE HILLS EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP SOMOS PRI (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
JACKSON MIDDLE San Antonio 0.1 mi 5.5
SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE San Antonio 0.4 mi 2.5
KIPP SOMOS PRI San Antonio 0.6 mi 6.6
KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE San Antonio 0.6 mi 6.8
COLONIAL HILLS UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL San Antonio 0.8 mi
BLESSED HOPE ACADEMY San Antonio 0.8 mi 4.4
DELLVIEW EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 4.9
CASTLE HILLS EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 8.6
PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.0
JACKSON-KELLER EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.7
ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.2
ST GEORGE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.5
THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AT CASTLE HILLS San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.3
LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.2
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA San Antonio 1.4 mi 9.3
COLONIES NORTH EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 3.8
MEAD EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.1
ARNOLD EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 3.8
COMPASS ROSE DREAM San Antonio 1.9 mi 2.1
ELEANOR KOLITZ HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio 2.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,564

Median Home Value

$355,400

Median Rent

$1,289/mo

Population

42,070

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

49.5%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

39

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CALALLEN EAST EL Corpus Christi, TX 4.3
CARNAHAN EL San Antonio, TX 4.3
CENTRAL EL Pollok, TX 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colonial Hills EL

What grades does Colonial Hills EL serve?

Colonial Hills EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Colonial Hills EL?

Colonial Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Colonial Hills EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Colonial Hills EL is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Colonial Hills EL rank in TX?

Colonial Hills EL ranks #7,246 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Colonial Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Colonial Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Colonial Hills EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Colonial Hills EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Colonial Hills EL a charter school?

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

Is Colonial Hills EL a Title I school?

No, Colonial Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

88.9% of students at Colonial 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

District

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

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