Needs Improvement
#7712 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lighthouse EL
Elementary School · LIGHTHOUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
8138 WESTSHIRE DR, San Antonio, TX 78227
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,712 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#394 of 516
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
LIGHTHOUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Lighthouse EL
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About Lighthouse EL
Lighthouse EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of LIGHTHOUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Lighthouse EL serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,712 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lighthouse EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lighthouse EL 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.
36% of students at Lighthouse 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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Lighthouse EL — Students at Lighthouse EL score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Lighthouse EL Compares
See how Lighthouse 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
8138 WESTSHIRE DR, San Antonio, TX 78227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lighthouse EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA MAYS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUBILEE WESTWOOD (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTWOOD TERRACE EL (rated 4.3/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 2.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| JAY H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| MEADOW VILLAGE EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| IDEA MAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MAYS ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HULL EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (SAN ANTONIO) San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | — |
| HATCHETT EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| JONES MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND ARTS San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JUBILEE WESTWOOD San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
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
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| KIRKPATRICK EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.8 |
| LILLIAN EL Alvarado, TX | 3.8 |
| MERIDIAN EL Meridian, TX | 3.8 |
| NORTH TEXAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-EAST CAMPUS Little Elm, TX | 3.8 |
| SAN LUIS EL Eagle Pass, TX | 3.8 |
| SAN PEDRO FINE ARTS ACADEMY Robstown, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lighthouse EL
What grades does Lighthouse EL serve?
Lighthouse EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lighthouse EL?
Lighthouse EL has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lighthouse EL rank in TX?
Lighthouse EL ranks #7,712 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lighthouse EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Lighthouse EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Lighthouse EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lighthouse EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lighthouse EL a charter school?
Yes, Lighthouse EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Lighthouse EL a Title I school?
No, Lighthouse EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lighthouse EL?
90.6% of students at Lighthouse 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
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (210) 674-4100
Resources & Links
District
LIGHTHOUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 382
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,410
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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