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Forester EL

Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD

10726 ROUSSEAU, San Antonio, TX 78245

Enrollment

755

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,435 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#286 of 516

public schools

In district

#61 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

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Forester EL

5.0/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Forester EL

Forester EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Forester EL serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Forester EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,435 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Forester EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Forester EL — Students at Forester EL score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
50.5%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
49%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Forester EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10726 ROUSSEAU, San Antonio, TX 78245

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forester EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORA EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIG COUNTRY EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS (rated 5.3/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LEWIS EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 4.8
CODY EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 2.9
IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.2 mi 8.1
IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio 1.2 mi 3.3
UNITED KIDZ ACADEMY SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 1.3 mi
GALM EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 4.7
STEVENS H S San Antonio 1.4 mi 4.2
FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio 1.6 mi 5.4
MURNIN EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 3.8
BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 6.9
MORA EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 8.0
PINNACLE MONTESSORI San Antonio 1.7 mi 6.2
VALE MIDDLE San Antonio 1.9 mi 3.8
BEHLAU EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 4.0
OTT EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.6
LUNA MIDDLE San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.1
PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.1 mi 3.5
BRENNAN H S San Antonio 2.3 mi 6.2
BASIS SAN ANTONIO - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS San Antonio 2.5 mi 5.7
BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS San Antonio 2.5 mi 5.3

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forester EL

What grades does Forester EL serve?

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

How many students attend Forester EL?

Forester EL has an enrollment of approximately 755 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forester EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Forester EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forester EL rank in TX?

Forester EL ranks #6,435 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Forester EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Forester EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Forester EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forester EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Forester EL a charter school?

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

Is Forester EL a Title I school?

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

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

50.6% of students at Forester 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

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

District

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

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