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Knowlton EL

Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD

9500 TIMBER PATH, San Antonio, TX 78250

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,200 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#451 of 516

public schools

In district

#108 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

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Knowlton EL

3.2/10

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

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About Knowlton EL

Knowlton EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Knowlton EL serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Knowlton EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,200 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Knowlton EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Knowlton EL — Students at Knowlton EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (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
91%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
14.5%
ELA
36.4%
2024
Math
27%
ELA
31%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Knowlton EL Compares

See how Knowlton EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in TX
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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

9500 TIMBER PATH, San Antonio, TX 78250

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Knowlton EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RABA EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARSON EL (rated 6.4/10, 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
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW ACADEMY San Antonio 0.2 mi 5.0
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 0.2 mi 7.2
ZACHRY MIDDLE San Antonio 0.3 mi 4.0
BURKE EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 5.9
FERNANDEZ EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.2
NORTHWEST CROSSING EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.1
KIDS R KIDS NO. 57 LIBERTY FIELD San Antonio 1.4 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio 1.6 mi
TIMBERWILDE EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.6
RABA EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 8.2
BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 4.8
CARSON EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 6.4
PINNACLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio 1.9 mi
BASIS SAN ANTONIO - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS San Antonio 2.1 mi 5.7
BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - JACK LEWIS JR CAMPUS San Antonio 2.1 mi 5.3
SECOND CHANCE ACADEMY San Antonio 2.0 mi
CONNALLY MIDDLE San Antonio 2.0 mi 5.4
WARREN H S San Antonio 2.3 mi 6.1
WARD EL San Antonio 2.2 mi 5.7
SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio 2.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,289

Median Home Value

$221,900

Median Rent

$1,470/mo

Population

57,849

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

35.4

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BERTRAM EL Bertram, TX 3.2
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CANALES EL Brownsville, TX 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Knowlton EL

What grades does Knowlton EL serve?

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

How many students attend Knowlton EL?

Knowlton EL has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Knowlton EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Knowlton EL is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Knowlton EL rank in TX?

Knowlton EL ranks #8,200 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Knowlton EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Knowlton EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Knowlton EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Knowlton EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Knowlton EL a charter school?

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

Is Knowlton EL a Title I school?

No, Knowlton EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knowlton EL?

78.3% of students at Knowlton 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

NORTHSIDE ISD
District Enrollment
101,095
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,632
District Rank
#108 of 122

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