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Below Average

#7692 of 8,547 schools in TX

Fisher EL

Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD

3430 BARREL PASS, San Antonio, TX 78245

Enrollment

560

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Antonio

#413 of 516

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#3,988 of 4,678

In district

#92 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very strong

About Fisher EL

FISHER EL is a regular public elementary school located in the suburban area of San Antonio, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Fisher Elementary has an enrollment of 560 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1 with 45 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 3.4 out of 10, placing it in the 16th percentile among Texas schools.

Academic performance shows that 38% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 36% are proficient or above in Math. While Fisher Elementary has room for academic growth, it focuses on developing its students through dedicated educators and supportive resources. The school is situated in a large suburban area with easy access to local amenities and community services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-11.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20%
Reading/ELA Proficiency30%
Overall Proficiency25%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,615

Fisher EL — Students at Fisher EL score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 35.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
30%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Fisher EL Compares

See how Fisher EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
10th percentile in TX
Academic
4.4/10
4.4/10
Growth
2.6/10
Below average
Environment
7.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers

Location

3430 BARREL PASS, San Antonio, TX 78245

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fisher EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADAMS HILL EL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MICHAEL EL (rated 5.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MICHAEL EL San Antonio 0.4 mi 5.6
IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON COLLEGE PREPARATOR Weslaco 0.5 mi 4.5
IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON ACADEMY San Antonio 0.5 mi 3.6
KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS San Antonio 0.7 mi 7.8
BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.1
FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.4
IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.3 mi 7.5
IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio 1.3 mi 3.4
ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.0
TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio 1.4 mi
GLENN EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.2
CODY EL San Antonio 2.3 mi 3.9
HATCHETT EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 4.5
FORESTER EL San Antonio 2.6 mi 3.0
HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 2.4 mi 4.0
BEHLAU EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 4.3
LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio 2.6 mi 4.9
LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.6 mi 5.2
LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio 2.6 mi 5.3
PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.9 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,890

Median Home Value

$241,500

Median Rent

$1,563/mo

Population

91,388

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

32

Community Profile

The community surrounding Fisher EL has a median household income of $87,890. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $241,500, with a median rent of $1,563/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fisher EL

What grades does Fisher EL serve?

Fisher EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fisher EL?

Fisher EL has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fisher EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Fisher EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fisher EL rank in TX?

Fisher EL is ranked #7692 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Fisher EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Fisher EL has a composite rating of 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fisher EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fisher EL has 35.5% math proficiency and 37.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Fisher EL a charter school?

No, Fisher EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fisher EL a Title I school?

No, Fisher EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fisher EL?

74.8% of students at Fisher 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,229/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bexar County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

NORTHSIDE ISD
District Enrollment
101,095
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,632
District Rank
#92 of 122

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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