Below Average
#7483 of 8,552 schools in TX
De Zavala EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
2311 SAN LUIS ST, San Antonio, TX 78207
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,483 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#374 of 516
public schools
In district
#54 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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De Zavala EL
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About De Zavala EL
De Zavala EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. De Zavala EL serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. De Zavala EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,483 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for De Zavala EL show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at De Zavala 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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De Zavala EL — Students at De Zavala EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
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: 4.1/10.
How De Zavala EL Compares
See how De Zavala 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
2311 SAN LUIS ST, San Antonio, TX 78207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering De Zavala EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LANIER H S San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| DAVID CROCKETT ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio | 0.7 mi | — |
| TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 2.0 |
| PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MARGIL EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.3 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CARVAJAL EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SARAH S KING EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| OGDEN EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 1.9 |
| STORM EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 1.7 |
| HENRY FORD ACADEMY ALAMEDA SCHOOL FOR ART + DESIGN San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| COOPER ACADEMY AT NAVARRO San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
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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| AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin, TX | 4.1 |
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| BROOKHOLLOW EL Lufkin, TX | 4.1 |
| BROWN EL Lubbock, TX | 4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about De Zavala EL
What grades does De Zavala EL serve?
De Zavala EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend De Zavala EL?
De Zavala EL has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at De Zavala EL?
The student-teacher ratio at De Zavala EL is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does De Zavala EL rank in TX?
De Zavala EL ranks #7,483 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is De Zavala EL's MySchoolScout rating?
De Zavala 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 De Zavala EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, De Zavala EL has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is De Zavala EL a charter school?
No, De Zavala EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is De Zavala EL a Title I school?
No, De Zavala EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for De Zavala EL?
97.9% of students at De Zavala 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
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (210) 978-7975
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #54 of 94
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