Average
#5697 of 8,552 schools in TX
Henderson EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
14605 KALLISON BEND, San Antonio, TX 78254
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,697 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#220 of 516
public schools
In district
#48 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Henderson EL
Henderson EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Henderson EL serves approximately 742 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Henderson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,697 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Henderson EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Henderson 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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Henderson EL — Students at Henderson EL score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 5.2/10.
How Henderson EL Compares
See how Henderson 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
14605 KALLISON BEND, San Antonio, TX 78254
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Henderson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST NORTHWEST (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOMLINSON EL (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARLAN H S San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| STRAUS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| KALLISON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - ALAMO RANCH San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| REED EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SOTOMAYOR H S San Antonio | 2.4 mi | — |
| SCARBOROUGH EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| FOLKS MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| TOMLINSON EL San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN EL San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SST NORTHWEST San Antonio | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| MIRELES EL San Antonio | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| TAFT H S San Antonio | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| HOFFMANN EL San Antonio | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| FIELDS EL San Antonio | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| PINNACLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio | 4.3 mi | — |
| COLE EL San Antonio | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BRISCOE MIDDLE San Antonio | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 4.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WARD EL San Antonio | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,823
Median Home Value
$298,800
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
78,865
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Henderson EL
What grades does Henderson EL serve?
Henderson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Henderson EL?
Henderson EL has an enrollment of approximately 742 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Henderson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Henderson EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Henderson EL rank in TX?
Henderson EL ranks #5,697 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Henderson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Henderson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Henderson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Henderson EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Henderson EL a charter school?
No, Henderson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Henderson EL a Title I school?
No, Henderson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henderson EL?
35.0% of students at Henderson 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
- 742
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (210) 398-1050
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #48 of 122
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