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#5539 of 8,552 schools in TX
Fisher EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
3430 BARREL PASS, San Antonio, TX 78245
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,539 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#210 of 516
public schools
In district
#45 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Fisher EL
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fisher EL
Fisher EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Fisher EL serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fisher EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,539 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Fisher EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Fisher EL — Students at Fisher EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.0/10.
How Fisher EL Compares
See how Fisher 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
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 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIG COUNTRY EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORESTER EL (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 | 3.5 |
| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON COLLEGE PREPARATOR Weslaco | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| CODY EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| HATCHETT EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| FORESTER EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| BEHLAU EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 2.1 |
| PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
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
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| ALBA-GOLDEN EL Alba, TX | 5.6 |
| ALVARADO EL-SOUTH Alvarado, TX | 5.6 |
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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 ranks #5,539 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Fisher EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Fisher EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Fisher EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fisher EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (210) 397-4450
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #45 of 122
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