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George E Kelly EL

Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD

1026 THOMPSON PL, San Antonio, TX 78226

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,674 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#115 of 516

public schools

In district

#13 of 94

SAN ANTONIO ISD

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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George E Kelly EL

6.8/10

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

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About George E Kelly EL

George E Kelly EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. George E Kelly EL serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. George E Kelly EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,674 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for George E Kelly EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,971
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

George E Kelly EL — Students at George E Kelly EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
37.6%
ELA
46.8%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
54%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How George E Kelly EL Compares

See how George E Kelly EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in TX
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

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

1026 THOMPSON PL, San Antonio, TX 78226

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George E Kelly EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WINSTON INT OF EXCELLENCE (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LOWELL MIDDLE San Antonio 0.2 mi 2.5
ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL San Antonio 0.6 mi 5.0
BRENTWOOD MIDDLE San Antonio 0.8 mi 3.1
SARAH S KING EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.9
STORM EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 1.7
JOHN F KENNEDY H S San Antonio 0.9 mi 3.8
LEARN4LIFE San Antonio 0.9 mi 1.3
ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 4.7
CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 2.8
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 1.2 mi 4.1
PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.5
CARVAJAL EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.8
PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.3
WINSTON INT OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.3
RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio 1.5 mi 2.3
ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio 1.4 mi 4.6
COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.3
COMPASS ROSE INGENUITY San Antonio 1.6 mi 4.9
JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio 1.8 mi 5.7
ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,340

Median Home Value

$109,300

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Population

6,907

College Educated

8.1%

Homeownership

37.8%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

32.5%

Median Age

30.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George E Kelly EL

What grades does George E Kelly EL serve?

George E Kelly EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George E Kelly EL?

George E Kelly EL has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George E Kelly EL?

The student-teacher ratio at George E Kelly EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George E Kelly EL rank in TX?

George E Kelly EL ranks #3,674 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is George E Kelly EL's MySchoolScout rating?

George E Kelly EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 George E Kelly EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George E Kelly EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is George E Kelly EL a charter school?

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

Is George E Kelly EL a Title I school?

No, George E Kelly EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George E Kelly EL?

91.1% of students at George E Kelly 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

District

SAN ANTONIO ISD
District Enrollment
44,670
Schools in District
98
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,971
District Rank
#13 of 94

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