Excellent
#697 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 8% in state
Helotes EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
13878 RIGGS RD, Helotes, TX 78023
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#697 of 8,552
In Helotes
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Helotes EL
Elementary School in Helotes · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Helotes EL
Helotes EL is a public elementary school in Helotes, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Helotes EL serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Helotes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #697 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Helotes EL show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Helotes EL — Students at Helotes EL score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
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: 8.5/10.
How Helotes EL Compares
See how Helotes 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
13878 RIGGS RD, Helotes, TX 78023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helotes EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a very similar rating. Another option is SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BEARD EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Helotes, see our Helotes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARVELOUSLY MADE - THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Helotes | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| O'CONNOR H S Helotes | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| KUENTZ EL Helotes | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE HELOTES Helotes | 1.2 mi | — |
| GREAT HEARTS INVICTUS Helotes | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| LOS REYES EL Helotes | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| BEARD EL Helotes | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SCENIC HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| STEUBING EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| KRUEGER EL San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| STINSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BRANDEIS H S San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| NICHOLS EL San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| THE ATONEMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| WANKE EL San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| FIELDS EL San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,701
Median Home Value
$393,800
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
28,585
College Educated
56.2%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helotes EL
What grades does Helotes EL serve?
Helotes EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Helotes EL?
Helotes EL has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helotes EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Helotes EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helotes EL rank in TX?
Helotes EL ranks #697 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Helotes EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Helotes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Helotes EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helotes EL has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Helotes EL a charter school?
No, Helotes EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helotes EL a Title I school?
No, Helotes EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helotes EL?
21.4% of students at Helotes 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (210) 397-3800
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #1 of 122
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