Needs Improvement
#7730 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Comal Creek EL
Elementary School · COMAL ISD
1404 IH 35 N, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,730 of 8,552
In New Braunfels
#49 of 49
public schools
In district
#36 of 36
COMAL ISD
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Comal Creek EL
Elementary School in New Braunfels · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Comal Creek EL
Comal Creek EL is a public elementary school in New Braunfels, TX, part of COMAL ISD. Comal Creek EL serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Comal Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,730 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Comal Creek EL show 37% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Comal Creek EL — Students at Comal Creek EL score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Comal Creek EL Compares
See how Comal Creek EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1404 IH 35 N, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Comal Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARDEN RIDGE EL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Selma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORMA J PASCHAL EL (rated 6.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Schertz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Braunfels, see our New Braunfels schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DANVILLE MIDDLE New Braunfels | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SST SCHERTZ San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| JOHN A SIPPEL EL Schertz | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Braunfels | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CIBOLO VALLEY EL Cibolo | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ELAINE S SCHLATHER INT Cibolo | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - CIBOLO Cibolo | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| GREEN VALLEY EL Schertz | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| BARBARA JORDAN INT Cibolo | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| WATTS EL Cibolo | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| WIEDERSTEIN EL Cibolo | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LAURA INGALLS WILDER INT Schertz | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| GARDEN RIDGE EL New Braunfels | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BYRON P STEELE II H S Schertz | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DOBIE J H Cibolo | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NORMA J PASCHAL EL Schertz | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SAMUEL CLEMENS H S Schertz | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| DAVENPORT H S New Braunfels | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHERTZ EL Schertz | 5.2 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Selma | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,426
Median Home Value
$296,300
Median Rent
$1,525/mo
Population
95,787
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
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| ARNOLD EL San Antonio, TX | 3.8 |
| BARRICK EL Houston, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Lockhart, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock, TX | 3.8 |
| BOWIE EL Greenville, TX | 3.8 |
| CAPISTRANO EL El Paso, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Comal Creek EL
What grades does Comal Creek EL serve?
Comal Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Comal Creek EL?
Comal Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Comal Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Comal Creek EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Comal Creek EL rank in TX?
Comal Creek EL ranks #7,730 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Comal Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Comal Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Comal Creek EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Comal Creek EL has 37% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Comal Creek EL a charter school?
No, Comal Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Comal Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Comal Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Comal Creek EL?
60.4% of students at Comal Creek 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
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Comal County
- Phone
- (830) 221-2000
Resources & Links
District
COMAL ISD- District Enrollment
- 29,263
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,736
- District Rank
- #36 of 36
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