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#4693 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Farias-spitzer EL
Elementary School · COMAL ISD
1404 IH 35 N, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,693 of 8,552
In New Braunfels
#34 of 49
public schools
In district
#27 of 36
COMAL ISD
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Farias-spitzer EL
Elementary School in New Braunfels · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Farias-spitzer EL
Farias-spitzer EL is a public elementary school in New Braunfels, TX, part of COMAL ISD. Farias-spitzer EL serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Farias-spitzer EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,693 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Farias-spitzer EL show 54% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Farias-spitzer EL — Students at Farias-spitzer EL score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
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 Farias-spitzer EL Compares
See how Farias-spitzer EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1404 IH 35 N, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farias-spitzer EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIRST PROTESTANT CHURCH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VOSS FARMS EL (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARL SCHURZ EL (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Braunfels, see our New Braunfels schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEAR SPRING EL New Braunfels | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| FREIHEIT EL New Braunfels | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CANYON MIDDLE New Braunfels | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CANYON H S New Braunfels | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CHURCH HILL MIDDLE New Braunfels | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| COMAL ACADEMY New Braunfels | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| COMAL DISCIPLINE CENTER New Braunfels | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S New Braunfels | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| GOODWIN FRAZIER EL New Braunfels | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PREMIER H S OF NEW BRAUNFELS Lewisville | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Braunfels | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| KLEIN ROAD EL New Braunfels | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MEMORIAL EL New Braunfels | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS MIDDLE New Braunfels | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WALNUT SPRINGS EL New Braunfels | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| COUNTY LINE EL New Braunfels | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LAMAR EL New Braunfels | 3.8 mi | 7.3 |
| FIRST PROTESTANT CHURCH SCHOOL New Braunfels | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| CARL SCHURZ EL New Braunfels | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| VOSS FARMS EL New Braunfels | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,426
Median Home Value
$296,300
Median Rent
$1,525/mo
Population
95,787
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
35.9
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| ALTON BOWEN EL Bryan, TX | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farias-spitzer EL
What grades does Farias-spitzer EL serve?
Farias-spitzer EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Farias-spitzer EL?
Farias-spitzer EL has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farias-spitzer EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Farias-spitzer EL is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Farias-spitzer EL rank in TX?
Farias-spitzer EL ranks #4,693 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Farias-spitzer EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Farias-spitzer EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Farias-spitzer EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Farias-spitzer EL has 54% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Farias-spitzer EL a charter school?
No, Farias-spitzer EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Farias-spitzer EL a Title I school?
No, Farias-spitzer EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farias-spitzer EL?
53.4% of students at Farias-spitzer 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Guadalupe County
- Phone
- (830) 221-2000
Resources & Links
District
COMAL ISD- District Enrollment
- 29,263
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,736
- District Rank
- #27 of 36
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