Below Average
#6515 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning
Elementary School · EDGEWOOD ISD
1731 DAHLGREEN AVE, San Antonio, TX 78237
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 495 schools in San Antonio. Learn more
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,515 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#294 of 516
public schools
In district
#9 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
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Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,515 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
52% of students at Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning Compares
See how Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1731 DAHLGREEN AVE, San Antonio, TX 78237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WINSTON INT OF EXCELLENCE (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 0.7 mi | — |
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| STAFFORD CENTER San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.3 |
| H B GONZALEZ EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY H S San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| LEARN4LIFE San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 1.3 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| WINSTON INT OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 1.9 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,233
Median Home Value
$103,000
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
36,930
College Educated
5.8%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning
What grades does Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning serve?
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning?
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning 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 Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning rank in TX?
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning ranks #6,515 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning a charter school?
Yes, Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning a Title I school?
No, Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning?
88.0% of students at Gardendale Pre-k 4 Sa Early Learning 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4190
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #9 of 23
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