Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy

Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy serves 500 students in grades kindergarten through eighth in San Antonio, offering a unique charter school experience with Hebrew language immersion. With 40 full-time teachers maintaining a favorable 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio, the school provides personalized attention that contributes to strong academic outcomes. The academy demonstrates impressive performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 83rd percentile among Texas schools at #1488 out of 8,598 statewide.

Students achieve solid proficiency rates with 70% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and Reading, while 62% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence within its specialized language program. Located on Dreamland Drive in the 78230 ZIP code area, the school serves a well-educated community where 49% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood maintains a median household income of $69,171 and median home values around $317,000, with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.3%. This stable, middle-class community of over 42,000 residents provides a supportive environment for the academy's distinctive educational mission, combining rigorous academics with Hebrew language and cultural instruction in San Antonio's diverse urban landscape.

Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.