Needs Improvement
#8132 of 8,552 schools in TX
Driggers EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
6901 SHADOW MIST, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,132 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#438 of 516
public schools
In district
#105 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Driggers EL
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About Driggers EL
Driggers EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Driggers EL serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Driggers EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,132 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Driggers EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Driggers 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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Driggers EL — Students at Driggers EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
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: 1.7/10.
How Driggers EL Compares
See how Driggers 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
6901 SHADOW MIST, San Antonio, TX 78238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Driggers EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST DISCOVERY (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE GATHERING PLACE (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEON VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTHWEST HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LEON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ELROD EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| NISD PKSA San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| POWELL EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MARSHALL H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK HILLS TERRACE EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| SECOND CHANCE ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | — |
| CONNALLY MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| RHODES EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| MYERS EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| TIMBERWILDE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| CARLOS COON EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,227
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
26,250
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A E BUTLER INT Quinlan, TX | 3.3 |
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BLACK EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Driggers EL
What grades does Driggers EL serve?
Driggers EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Driggers EL?
Driggers EL has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Driggers EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Driggers EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Driggers EL rank in TX?
Driggers EL ranks #8,132 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Driggers EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Driggers 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 Driggers EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Driggers EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Driggers EL a charter school?
No, Driggers EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Driggers EL a Title I school?
No, Driggers EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Driggers EL?
80.3% of students at Driggers 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
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (210) 397-5900
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #105 of 122
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