Below Average
#7263 of 8,552 schools in TX
Five Palms EL
Elementary School · SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
7138 FIVE PALMS DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,263 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#357 of 516
public schools
In district
#3 of 13
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Five Palms EL
Five Palms EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD. Five Palms EL serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Five Palms EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,263 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Five Palms EL show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Five Palms EL 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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Five Palms EL — Students at Five Palms EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
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: 5.6/10.
How Five Palms EL Compares
See how Five Palms 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
7138 FIVE PALMS DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Five Palms EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SKY HARBOUR EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LACKLAND EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| VALLEY HI EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 3.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,979
Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
35,976
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
29
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Five Palms EL
What grades does Five Palms EL serve?
Five Palms EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Five Palms EL?
Five Palms EL has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Five Palms EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Five Palms EL is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Five Palms EL rank in TX?
Five Palms EL ranks #7,263 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Five Palms EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Five Palms EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Five Palms EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Five Palms EL has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Five Palms EL a charter school?
No, Five Palms EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Five Palms EL a Title I school?
No, Five Palms EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Five Palms EL?
95.5% of students at Five Palms 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
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (210) 645-3850
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,429
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #3 of 13
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