Needs Improvement
#8504 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hirsch EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
4826 SEABREEZE DR, San Antonio, TX 78220
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,504 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#506 of 516
public schools
In district
#91 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Hirsch EL
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About Hirsch EL
Hirsch EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Hirsch EL serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hirsch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,504 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hirsch EL show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Hirsch 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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Hirsch EL — Students at Hirsch EL score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
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: 2.3/10.
How Hirsch EL Compares
See how Hirsch 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
4826 SEABREEZE DR, San Antonio, TX 78220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hirsch EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GATES EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SALADO EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA NAJIM ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESSENCE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA NAJIM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA NAJIM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CARROLL EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SOUTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| HOUSTON H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| TOWN EAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| M L KING ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| JUBILEE SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| SINCLAIR EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 2.3 |
| GATES EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP AT STEWART ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| PECAN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 1.9 |
| LEGACY MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 2.6 |
| RESTORATIVE AND TRANSITION CENTER San Antonio | 2.5 mi | — |
| SALADO EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| DORIE MILLER EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,244
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
18,497
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
39%
Median Age
32.8
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| WESTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth, TX | 2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hirsch EL
What grades does Hirsch EL serve?
Hirsch EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hirsch EL?
Hirsch EL has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hirsch EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Hirsch EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hirsch EL rank in TX?
Hirsch EL ranks #8,504 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hirsch EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hirsch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Hirsch EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hirsch EL has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hirsch EL a charter school?
No, Hirsch EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hirsch EL a Title I school?
No, Hirsch EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hirsch EL?
95.3% of students at Hirsch 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
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (210) 978-7985
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #91 of 94
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