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#1823 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 21% in state

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls

Elementary School · EDGEWOOD ISD

115 LAS PALMAS, San Antonio, TX 78237

Charter

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,823 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#54 of 516

public schools

In district

#1 of 23

EDGEWOOD ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls

7.8/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Kindergarten – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,823 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it compares3.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.1
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change+3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendImproving
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,407

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls — Students at Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 18.0% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2022
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
31%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls Compares

See how Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
79th percentile in TX
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

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

115 LAS PALMAS, San Antonio, TX 78237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP UN MUNDO PRI (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is CARVAJAL EL (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SARAH S KING EL (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio 0.3 mi 5.7
RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio 0.5 mi 2.3
BURLESON CENTER San Antonio 0.5 mi 5.2
RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio 0.5 mi 3.2
CARVAJAL EL San Antonio 0.6 mi 5.8
ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio 0.8 mi 4.7
KIPP CAMINO ACADEMY San Antonio 0.8 mi 5.2
KIPP UN MUNDO PRI San Antonio 0.8 mi 6.5
SARAH S KING EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.9
ROY CISNEROS EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.6
OGDEN EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 1.9
CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.1
ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.5
GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio 1.4 mi 4.9
GARDENDALE PRE-K 4 SA EARLY LEARNING San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.9
ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 1.9
ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.5
ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio 1.3 mi
STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.6
DE ZAVALA EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,233

Median Home Value

$103,000

Median Rent

$987/mo

Population

36,930

College Educated

5.8%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

29.9%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls

What grades does Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls serve?

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.

How many students attend Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls?

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls rank in TX?

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls ranks #1,823 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?

Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls a charter school?

Yes, Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls a Title I school?

No, Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls?

90.3% of students at Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County

District

EDGEWOOD ISD
District Enrollment
7,930
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,407
District Rank
#1 of 23

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