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Jackson-keller EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

1601 JACKSON KELLER RD, San Antonio, TX 78213

Enrollment

514

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,375 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#199 of 516

public schools

In district

#45 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

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Jackson-keller EL

5.7/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jackson-keller EL

Jackson-keller EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Jackson-keller EL serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson-keller EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,375 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson-keller EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Jackson-keller 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,211
Chronic Absenteeism44%

Jackson-keller EL — Students at Jackson-keller EL score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
34.6%
ELA
40.2%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
34%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Jackson-keller EL Compares

See how Jackson-keller EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1601 JACKSON KELLER RD, San Antonio, TX 78213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson-keller EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLMOS EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASTLE HILLS EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIDGEVIEW EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 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
LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S San Antonio 0.3 mi 5.2
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA San Antonio 0.3 mi 9.3
CASTLE HILLS EL San Antonio 0.7 mi 8.6
PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio 0.8 mi 5.0
OLMOS EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 8.7
NIMITZ MIDDLE San Antonio 0.9 mi 6.0
MOUNT SACRED HEART SCHOOL San Antonio 1.0 mi 6.1
JACKSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.0 mi 5.5
COLONIAL HILLS EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 4.3
SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE San Antonio 1.2 mi 2.5
SOMERSET ACADEMY LONE STAR San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.2
ST GEORGE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.2
LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio 1.6 mi 2.2
LEGACY TRADITIONAL- BASSE SECONDARY San Antonio 1.6 mi 4.3
STEPPING STONES ACADEMY Boerne 1.6 mi
ALTER H S San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.3
ALTER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.4
THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AT CASTLE HILLS San Antonio 1.6 mi 6.3
RIDGEVIEW EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,342

Median Home Value

$199,500

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

41,603

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

48.1%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson-keller EL

What grades does Jackson-keller EL serve?

Jackson-keller EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jackson-keller EL?

Jackson-keller EL has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson-keller EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson-keller EL is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson-keller EL rank in TX?

Jackson-keller EL ranks #5,375 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Jackson-keller EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson-keller EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Jackson-keller EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson-keller EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jackson-keller EL a charter school?

No, Jackson-keller EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jackson-keller EL a Title I school?

No, Jackson-keller EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jackson-keller EL?

93.6% of students at Jackson-keller 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

District

NORTH EAST ISD
District Enrollment
57,374
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,211
District Rank
#45 of 71

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