Needs Improvement
#8378 of 8,552 schools in TX
Margil EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
1000 PEREZ ST, San Antonio, TX 78207
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,378 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#481 of 516
public schools
In district
#82 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Margil EL
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About Margil EL
Margil EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Margil EL serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Margil EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,378 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Margil EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Margil 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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Margil EL — Students at Margil EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 1.8/10.
How Margil EL Compares
See how Margil 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
1000 PEREZ ST, San Antonio, TX 78207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margil EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEACON HILL ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 2.0 |
| LANIER H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| DAVID CROCKETT ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| POSITIVE SOLUTIONS CHARTER San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| HENRY FORD ACADEMY ALAMEDA SCHOOL FOR ART + DESIGN San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio | 1.0 mi | — |
| DE ZAVALA EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA San Antonio | 1.0 mi | — |
| IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SAISD - PK 4 SA San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| BEACON HILL ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| COOPER ACADEMY AT NAVARRO San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| FOX TECHNICAL H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CAST TECH H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| NELSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,655
Median Home Value
$93,200
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
54,128
College Educated
5.5%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURLESON EL Odessa, TX | 2.8 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL Crockett, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL San Angelo, TX | 2.8 |
| FANNIN EL Corsicana, TX | 2.8 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights, TX | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margil EL
What grades does Margil EL serve?
Margil EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Margil EL?
Margil EL has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margil EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Margil EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margil EL rank in TX?
Margil EL ranks #8,378 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Margil EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Margil EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Margil EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margil EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Margil EL a charter school?
No, Margil EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margil EL a Title I school?
No, Margil EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margil EL?
97.4% of students at Margil 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
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (210) 738-9805
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #82 of 94
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