Needs Improvement
#7931 of 8,552 schools in TX
Howsman EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
11431 VANCE JACKSON RD, San Antonio, TX 78230
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,931 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#414 of 516
public schools
In district
#97 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Howsman EL
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About Howsman EL
Howsman EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Howsman EL serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Howsman EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,931 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Howsman EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Howsman 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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Howsman EL — Students at Howsman EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
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: 2.9/10.
How Howsman EL Compares
See how Howsman 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
11431 VANCE JACKSON RD, San Antonio, TX 78230
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howsman EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TORAH ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOCKE HILL EL (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOBBY MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| COLONIES NORTH EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| MCDERMOTT EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO- SHAVANO CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | — |
| CLARK H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LOCKE HILL EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ACHIEVERS CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| HEALTH CAREERS H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| COLONIAL HILLS UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| DAEP AT HOLMGREEN San Antonio | 2.0 mi | — |
| MEAD EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| SUBURBAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,564
Median Home Value
$355,400
Median Rent
$1,289/mo
Population
42,070
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
49.5%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston, TX | 3.6 |
| BAMMEL EL Houston, TX | 3.6 |
| CJ & ANNE HYMAN EL Dallas, TX | 3.6 |
| DAN POWELL EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Everman, TX | 3.6 |
| DAVIS EL Irving, TX | 3.6 |
| GIBSON EL Corpus Christi, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howsman EL
What grades does Howsman EL serve?
Howsman EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Howsman EL?
Howsman EL has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howsman EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Howsman EL is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howsman EL rank in TX?
Howsman EL ranks #7,931 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Howsman EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Howsman 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 Howsman EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howsman EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Howsman EL a charter school?
No, Howsman EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howsman EL a Title I school?
No, Howsman EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howsman EL?
74.3% of students at Howsman 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
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (210) 397-2350
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #97 of 122
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