Needs Improvement
#8367 of 8,552 schools in TX
E H Gilbert EL
Elementary School · HARLANDALE ISD
931 E SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78214
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,367 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#475 of 516
public schools
In district
#18 of 18
HARLANDALE ISD
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E H Gilbert EL
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About E H Gilbert EL
E H Gilbert EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of HARLANDALE ISD. E H Gilbert EL serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. E H Gilbert EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,367 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for E H Gilbert EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at E H Gilbert 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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E H Gilbert EL — Students at E H Gilbert EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
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: 2.4/10.
How E H Gilbert EL Compares
See how E H Gilbert 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
931 E SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E H Gilbert EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT B GREEN EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WRIGHT EL (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WRIGHT EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ROYAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| V M ADAMS EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| IDEA SOUTH FLORES COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA SOUTH FLORES ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| HAC DAEP H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HAC DAEP MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | — |
| HOT WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CHARLES C BALL EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| HILLCREST EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| HARLANDALE ISD STEM ECHS-ALAMO COLLEGES AT PAC San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| KNOX EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBERT B GREEN EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,334
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
21,884
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BELLAIRE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| CLARK EL Houston, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL Crockett, TX | 2.8 |
| FANNIN EL Corsicana, TX | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E H Gilbert EL
What grades does E H Gilbert EL serve?
E H Gilbert EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend E H Gilbert EL?
E H Gilbert EL has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E H Gilbert EL?
The student-teacher ratio at E H Gilbert EL is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E H Gilbert EL rank in TX?
E H Gilbert EL ranks #8,367 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is E H Gilbert EL's MySchoolScout rating?
E H Gilbert EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 E H Gilbert EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E H Gilbert EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is E H Gilbert EL a charter school?
No, E H Gilbert EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is E H Gilbert EL a Title I school?
No, E H Gilbert EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E H Gilbert EL?
93.6% of students at E H Gilbert 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
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (210) 989-3050
Resources & Links
District
HARLANDALE ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,814
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,311
- District Rank
- #18 of 18
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