Needs Improvement
#7831 of 8,552 schools in TX
L B Johnson EL
Elementary School · EDGEWOOD ISD
6515 W COMMERCE ST, San Antonio, TX 78227
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,831 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#405 of 516
public schools
In district
#14 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
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L B Johnson EL
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About L B Johnson EL
L B Johnson EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. L B Johnson EL serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. L B Johnson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,831 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for L B Johnson EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at L B Johnson 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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L B Johnson EL — Students at L B Johnson EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
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: 2.0/10.
How L B Johnson EL Compares
See how L B Johnson 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
6515 W COMMERCE ST, San Antonio, TX 78227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L B Johnson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOMA PARK EL (rated 4.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARTIN EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| STAFFORD CENTER San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ESPARZA EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 1.6 mi | — |
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| H B GONZALEZ EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 1.9 |
| MEMORIAL H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,049
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
44,091
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAKER-RIPLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston, TX | 3.7 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Austin, TX | 3.7 |
| BROWNING EL Houston, TX | 3.7 |
| CHEATHAM EL Clarksville, TX | 3.7 |
| CLUB HILL EL Garland, TX | 3.7 |
| FANNIN EL San Angelo, TX | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L B Johnson EL
What grades does L B Johnson EL serve?
L B Johnson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend L B Johnson EL?
L B Johnson EL has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L B Johnson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at L B Johnson EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L B Johnson EL rank in TX?
L B Johnson EL ranks #7,831 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is L B Johnson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
L B Johnson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 L B Johnson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L B Johnson EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is L B Johnson EL a charter school?
No, L B Johnson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L B Johnson EL a Title I school?
No, L B Johnson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L B Johnson EL?
96.0% of students at L B Johnson 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
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4240
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #14 of 23
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