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#3621 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 42% in state
Escondido EL
Elementary School · JUDSON ISD
5000 TEXAS PALM, Converse, TX 78109
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,621 of 8,552
In Converse
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 31
JUDSON ISD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Escondido EL
Elementary School in Converse · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Escondido EL
Escondido EL is a public elementary school in Converse, TX, part of JUDSON ISD. Escondido EL serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Escondido EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,621 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Escondido EL show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Escondido EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Escondido EL — Students at Escondido EL score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 9.5/10.
How Escondido EL Compares
See how Escondido 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
5000 TEXAS PALM, Converse, TX 78109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Escondido EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - SAN ANTONIO (rated 5.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MONTGOMERY EL (rated 5.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), a more accessible option. For more schools in Converse, see our Converse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA CONVERSE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Converse | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| IDEA CONVERSE ACADEMY Converse | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ELOLF EL Converse | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HENRY METZGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| CONVERSE EL Converse | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SPRING MEADOWS EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| JAMES L MASTERS Converse | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| WOODLAKE HILLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WOODLAKE EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| JUDSON CARE ACADEMY Converse | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| JUDSON H S Converse | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| SAN ANTONIO PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| KAREN WAGNER H S San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Converse | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM PASCHALL EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| JUDSON MIDDLE Converse | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Converse | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTGOMERY EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| MARY LOU HARTMAN San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,635
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
56,372
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
32.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| AIKEN EL Brownsville, TX | 6.8 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Richmond, TX | 6.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.8 |
| BOB HOPE SCHOOL BEAUMONT Port Arthur, TX | 6.8 |
| BONNIE L GARCIA EL Laredo, TX | 6.8 |
| BUDA EL Buda, TX | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Escondido EL
What grades does Escondido EL serve?
Escondido EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Escondido EL?
Escondido EL has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Escondido EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Escondido EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Escondido EL rank in TX?
Escondido EL ranks #3,621 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Escondido EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Escondido EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Escondido EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Escondido EL has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Escondido EL a charter school?
No, Escondido EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Escondido EL a Title I school?
No, Escondido EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escondido EL?
72.2% of students at Escondido 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
- 785
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (210) 945-5100
Resources & Links
District
JUDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,848
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,253
- District Rank
- #5 of 31
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