Needs Improvement
#8463 of 8,552 schools in TX
Glass EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
519 CLEARVIEW DR, San Antonio, TX 78228
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,463 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#496 of 516
public schools
In district
#121 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Glass EL
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About Glass EL
Glass EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Glass EL serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Glass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,463 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Glass EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Glass 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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Glass EL — Students at Glass EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
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: 1.3/10.
How Glass EL Compares
See how Glass 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
519 CLEARVIEW DR, San Antonio, TX 78228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glass EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SST DISCOVERY (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| LONGFELLOW MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| BASKIN EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WOODLAWN HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| GLENOAKS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| MAVERICK EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NISD PKSA San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| POWELL EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| OAK HILLS TERRACE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| MADISON EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,865
Median Home Value
$164,700
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
55,474
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DOUGLASS EL El Paso, TX | 2.4 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Eagle Pass, TX | 2.4 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
| MARTIN EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
| WOODLAWN HILLS EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
| AMELIA EL Beaumont, TX | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glass EL
What grades does Glass EL serve?
Glass EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Glass EL?
Glass EL has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glass EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Glass EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glass EL rank in TX?
Glass EL ranks #8,463 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Glass EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Glass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Glass EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glass EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glass EL a charter school?
No, Glass EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glass EL a Title I school?
No, Glass EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glass EL?
87.1% of students at Glass 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
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.0%
- Phone
- (210) 397-1950
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #121 of 122
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