Below Average
#7344 of 8,552 schools in TX
Gillette EL
Elementary School · HARLANDALE ISD
625 GILLETTE BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78221
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,344 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#362 of 516
public schools
In district
#10 of 18
HARLANDALE ISD
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Gillette EL
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About Gillette EL
Gillette EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of HARLANDALE ISD. Gillette EL serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Gillette EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,344 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Gillette EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Gillette EL — Students at Gillette EL score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
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: 3.0/10.
How Gillette EL Compares
See how Gillette 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
625 GILLETTE BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gillette EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is H W SCHULZE EL (rated 4.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VESTAL EL (rated 4.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| GREG A GARCIA EARLY COLLEGE INT San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| TERRELL WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| VESTAL EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| BELLAIRE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| KINGSBOROUGH MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| HUTCHINS EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CAST STEM H S San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| H W SCHULZE EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ROBERT C ZAMORA MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | — |
| FRANK M TEJEDA ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| TEJEDA JUNIOR ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| FRANK L MADLA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ROY BENAVIDEZ EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| PALO ALTO EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| IDEA SOUTH FLORES COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,114
Median Home Value
$157,500
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
41,580
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 4.2 |
| ANSON JONES EL Dallas, TX | 4.2 |
| BARRON EL Plano, TX | 4.2 |
| BOBBY JOE HILL PK-8 El Paso, TX | 4.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth, TX | 4.2 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gillette EL
What grades does Gillette EL serve?
Gillette EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gillette EL?
Gillette EL has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gillette EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Gillette EL is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gillette EL rank in TX?
Gillette EL ranks #7,344 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gillette EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Gillette EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Gillette EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gillette EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gillette EL a charter school?
No, Gillette EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gillette EL a Title I school?
No, Gillette EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gillette EL?
93.0% of students at Gillette 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
- 543
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (210) 989-3100
Resources & Links
District
HARLANDALE ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,814
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,311
- District Rank
- #10 of 18
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