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#8140 of 8,552 schools in TX

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL

Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD

1111 S NAVIDAD ST, San Antonio, TX 78207

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,140 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#442 of 516

public schools

In district

#71 of 94

SAN ANTONIO ISD

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David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL

3.3/10

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

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About David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,140 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

57% of students at David Barkley/francisco Ruiz 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,971
Chronic Absenteeism56.9%

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL — Students at David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (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
78%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
27.9%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
39%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL Compares

See how David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
5th percentile in TX
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

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

1111 S NAVIDAD ST, San Antonio, TX 78207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP ESPERANZA PRI (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARVAJAL EL (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio 0.2 mi 5.5
DE ZAVALA EL San Antonio 0.4 mi 4.1
PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio 0.5 mi 6.3
LANIER H S San Antonio 0.7 mi 4.0
J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio 0.7 mi 2.4
JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio 0.7 mi
STORM EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 1.7
TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio 0.9 mi 2.0
SARAH S KING EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 4.9
RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio 1.0 mi 2.3
CARVAJAL EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 5.8
DAVID CROCKETT ACADEMY San Antonio 1.2 mi 3.4
RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 3.2
JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio 1.1 mi 5.7
COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 3.3
MARGIL EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 2.8
KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.8
KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.6
KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio 1.2 mi 6.0
COOPER ACADEMY AT NAVARRO San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,655

Median Home Value

$93,200

Median Rent

$857/mo

Population

54,128

College Educated

5.5%

Homeownership

42.9%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

42.7%

Median Age

32.7

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HARRIS EL Austin, TX 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL

What grades does David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL serve?

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL?

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL?

The student-teacher ratio at David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL rank in TX?

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL ranks #8,140 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL's MySchoolScout rating?

David Barkley/francisco Ruiz 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 David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL a charter school?

No, David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL a Title I school?

No, David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Barkley/francisco Ruiz EL?

97.3% of students at David Barkley/francisco Ruiz 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

District

SAN ANTONIO ISD
District Enrollment
44,670
Schools in District
98
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,971
District Rank
#71 of 94

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