Needs Improvement
#8466 of 8,552 schools in TX
Douglass EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
318 MARTIN LUTHER KING, San Antonio, TX 78203
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,466 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#498 of 516
public schools
In district
#86 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Douglass EL
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About Douglass EL
Douglass EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Douglass EL serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,466 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Douglass EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Douglass EL is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
37% of students at Douglass 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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Douglass EL — Students at Douglass EL score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
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: 2.7/10.
How Douglass EL Compares
See how Douglass 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
318 MARTIN LUTHER KING, San Antonio, TX 78203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglass EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND PARK EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERT B GREEN EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE (rated 7.6/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HERFF EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| IDEA CARVER COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA CARVER ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST GERARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| EDGAR ALLAN POE STEM DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BRACKENRIDGE H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| BONHAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| HEALY-MURPHY CENTER San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| HEALY-MURPHY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| HEALY MURPHY PK San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| SMITH EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ROBERT B GREEN EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ST PHILIP'S COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE H S WITH SAISD San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| WASHINGTON EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.7 mi | — |
| JJAEP New Braunfels | 1.7 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,815
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
4,845
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DAWSON EL Austin, TX | 2.4 |
| GLEN COUCH EL Garland, TX | 2.4 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - PASADENA Lewisville, TX | 2.2 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio, TX | 2.2 |
| MANARA ACADEMY Irving, TX | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglass EL
What grades does Douglass EL serve?
Douglass EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Douglass EL?
Douglass EL has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglass EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglass EL is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglass EL rank in TX?
Douglass EL ranks #8,466 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Douglass EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Douglass EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglass EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Douglass EL a charter school?
No, Douglass EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglass EL a Title I school?
No, Douglass EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglass EL?
95.9% of students at Douglass 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
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (210) 228-3315
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #86 of 94
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