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#4495 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Howard EL
Elementary School · ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD
7800 BROADWAY ST, San Antonio, TX 78209
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 495 schools in San Antonio. Learn more
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,495 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#151 of 516
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Howard EL
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Howard EL
Howard EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD. Howard EL serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,495 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Howard EL Compares
See how Howard EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7800 BROADWAY ST, San Antonio, TX 78209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOODRIDGE EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMBRIDGE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALAMO HEIGHTS J H San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ALAMO HEIGHTS H S San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| WOODRIDGE EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| NEISD - PK4SA San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CAMBRIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTHWOOD EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTHEAST EL CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| RIDGEVIEW EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MAC ARTHUR PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ALTER H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ALTER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GARNER MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ST DAVIDS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | — |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO- PRI NORTH CENTRAL CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| REGENCY PLACE EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,180
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,371/mo
Population
43,363
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMPARO GUTIERREZ EL Laredo, TX | 6.2 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX | 6.2 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.2 |
| BEAN EL Lubbock, TX | 6.2 |
| BEN MILAM EL Harlingen, TX | 6.2 |
| BLISS EL El Paso, TX | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard EL
What grades does Howard EL serve?
Howard EL serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Howard EL?
Howard EL has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard EL rank in TX?
Howard EL ranks #4,495 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Howard EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Howard EL a charter school?
No, Howard EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard EL a Title I school?
No, Howard EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard EL?
24.9% of students at Howard 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (210) 832-5900
Resources & Links
District
ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,698
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,102
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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