Needs Improvement
#7643 of 8,552 schools in TX
Highland Forest EL
Elementary School · EAST CENTRAL ISD
3736 S E MILITARY DR, San Antonio, TX 78223
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,643 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#388 of 516
public schools
In district
#5 of 13
EAST CENTRAL ISD
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Highland Forest EL
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About Highland Forest EL
Highland Forest EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of EAST CENTRAL ISD. Highland Forest EL serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,643 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Forest EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Highland Forest EL — Students at Highland Forest EL score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
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: 2.8/10.
How Highland Forest EL Compares
See how Highland Forest 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
3736 S E MILITARY DR, San Antonio, TX 78223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Forest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SALADO EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MISSION ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY BROOKS San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHENCK EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PECAN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 1.9 |
| JUBILEE SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| SALADO EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FOSTER EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| LEGACY MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| RESTORATIVE AND TRANSITION CENTER San Antonio | 1.6 mi | — |
| MISSION ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PRE/K FOR SA - EAST CENTRAL ISD San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| CAST MED H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| MURIEL FORBES EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| HIGHLANDS H S San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| BEXAR COUNTY LRN CTR San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,352
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
57,298
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
34.7
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| BARBARA WALKER EL Crandall, TX | 3.9 |
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| CLIFT EL Waxahachie, TX | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Forest EL
What grades does Highland Forest EL serve?
Highland Forest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Forest EL?
Highland Forest EL has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Forest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Forest EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Forest EL rank in TX?
Highland Forest EL ranks #7,643 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Highland Forest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Highland Forest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Forest EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Forest EL a charter school?
No, Highland Forest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Forest EL a Title I school?
No, Highland Forest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Forest EL?
80.5% of students at Highland Forest 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
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (210) 333-7385
Resources & Links
District
EAST CENTRAL ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,176
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,989
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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