Needs Improvement
#7935 of 8,552 schools in TX
Herff EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
996 S HACKBERRY, San Antonio, TX 78210
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,935 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#415 of 516
public schools
In district
#62 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Herff EL
Herff EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Herff EL serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Herff EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,935 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Herff EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Herff 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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Herff EL — Students at Herff EL score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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: 3.3/10.
How Herff EL Compares
See how Herff 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
996 S HACKBERRY, San Antonio, TX 78210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herff EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND PARK EL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERT B GREEN EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOUGLASS EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 2.4 |
| EDGAR ALLAN POE STEM DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST GERARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| IDEA CARVER COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA CARVER ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ROBERT B GREEN EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| BRACKENRIDGE H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SMITH EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BONHAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PHILIP'S COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE H S WITH SAISD San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HEALY-MURPHY CENTER San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| HEALY-MURPHY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HEALY MURPHY PK San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| STEELE MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,990
Median Home Value
$172,700
Median Rent
$1,119/mo
Population
34,740
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALTA LOMA EL San Angelo, TX | 3.6 |
| HUBBARD EL Hubbard, TX | 3.6 |
| KOUNTZE EL Kountze, TX | 3.6 |
| LOCKNEY EL Lockney, TX | 3.6 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto, TX | 3.6 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Austin, TX | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herff EL
What grades does Herff EL serve?
Herff EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Herff EL?
Herff EL has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herff EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Herff EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herff EL rank in TX?
Herff EL ranks #7,935 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Herff EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Herff EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Herff EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herff EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Herff EL a charter school?
No, Herff EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herff EL a Title I school?
No, Herff EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herff EL?
96.9% of students at Herff 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
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (210) 228-3330
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #62 of 94
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