Very Good
#1696 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 20% in state
Ladera EL
Elementary School · MEDINA VALLEY ISD
8449 FM 471 S, Castroville, TX 78009
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,696 of 8,552
In Castroville
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
MEDINA VALLEY ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Ladera EL
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About Ladera EL
Ladera EL is a public elementary school in Castroville, TX, part of MEDINA VALLEY ISD. Ladera EL serves approximately 880 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ladera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,696 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ladera EL show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ladera EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Ladera EL — Students at Ladera EL score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Ladera EL Compares
See how Ladera 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
8449 FM 471 S, Castroville, TX 78009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ladera EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WERNLI EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a very similar rating. Another option is MORA EL (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE- SAN ANTONIO (rated 8.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Houston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Castroville, see our Castroville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WERNLI EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| LANGLEY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BERNAL MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BOLDT EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| MEDINA VALLEY LOMA ALTA MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| POTRANCO EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| LIECK EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| LITTLE LIONS LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| OTT EL San Antonio | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| LUNA MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.8 mi | 4.1 |
| MORA EL San Antonio | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BEHLAU EL San Antonio | 3.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PINNACLE MONTESSORI San Antonio | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LUCKEY RANCH EL San Antonio | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| COLE EL San Antonio | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MEDINA VALLEY H S Castroville | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MEDINA VALLEY MIDDLE Castroville | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GALM EL San Antonio | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE- SAN ANTONIO Houston | 5.1 mi | 8.0 |
| FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,724
Median Home Value
$335,200
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Population
9,494
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ladera EL
What grades does Ladera EL serve?
Ladera EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ladera EL?
Ladera EL has an enrollment of approximately 880 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ladera EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ladera EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ladera EL rank in TX?
Ladera EL ranks #1,696 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ladera EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ladera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ladera EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ladera EL has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Ladera EL a charter school?
No, Ladera EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ladera EL a Title I school?
No, Ladera EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ladera EL?
50.8% of students at Ladera 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
- 880
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (830) 931-2243
Resources & Links
District
MEDINA VALLEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,700
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,929
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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