Below Average
#6724 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Essence Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School · ESSENCE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
4535 LORD RD, San Antonio, TX 78220
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,724 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#314 of 516
public schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Essence Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Essence Preparatory Charter School
Essence Preparatory Charter School is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of ESSENCE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Essence Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Essence Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,724 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Essence Preparatory Charter School show 22% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Essence Preparatory Charter School 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.
Essence Preparatory Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
37% of students at Essence Preparatory Charter School 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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Essence Preparatory Charter School — Students at Essence Preparatory Charter School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Essence Preparatory Charter School Compares
See how Essence Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4535 LORD RD, San Antonio, TX 78220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Essence Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GATES EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA EASTSIDE ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA NAJIM ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA NAJIM ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA NAJIM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SOUTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HOUSTON H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| CARROLL EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HIRSCH EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| M L KING ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| GATES EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| TOWN EAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP AT STEWART ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| CAMERON EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| DORIE MILLER EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| SINCLAIR EL San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 2.3 |
| IDEA EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA EASTSIDE ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JUBILEE SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| HOPKINS EL San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| PECAN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 1.9 |
| TYNAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,244
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
18,497
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
39%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Braunfels, TX | 4.7 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY - SANTA RITA RANCH Liberty Hill, TX | 4.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Silsbee, TX | 4.7 |
| LA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL El Paso, TX | 4.7 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston, TX | 4.7 |
| MCGILL EL San Angelo, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Essence Preparatory Charter School
What grades does Essence Preparatory Charter School serve?
Essence Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Essence Preparatory Charter School?
Essence Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Essence Preparatory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Essence Preparatory Charter School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Essence Preparatory Charter School rank in TX?
Essence Preparatory Charter School ranks #6,724 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Essence Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Essence Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Essence Preparatory Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Essence Preparatory Charter School has 22% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Essence Preparatory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Essence Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Essence Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?
No, Essence Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Essence Preparatory Charter School?
78.9% of students at Essence Preparatory Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (210) 997-5617
Resources & Links
District
ESSENCE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 180
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,961
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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