Needs Improvement
#8464 of 8,552 schools in TX
Martin EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
730 CANTERBURY DR, San Antonio, TX 78228
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,464 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#497 of 516
public schools
In district
#122 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Martin EL
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About Martin EL
Martin EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Martin EL serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,464 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Martin EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Martin 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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Martin EL — Students at Martin EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 1.7/10.
How Martin EL Compares
See how Martin 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
730 CANTERBURY DR, San Antonio, TX 78228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUBILEE WESTWOOD (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ESPARZA EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ROSS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| PASSMORE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND ARTS San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| JUBILEE WESTWOOD San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,865
Median Home Value
$164,700
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
55,474
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
36
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| DEAN HIGHLAND EL Waco, TX | 2.4 |
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| DOUGLASS EL El Paso, TX | 2.4 |
| GLASS EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Eagle Pass, TX | 2.4 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin EL
What grades does Martin EL serve?
Martin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Martin EL?
Martin EL has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin EL is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin EL rank in TX?
Martin EL ranks #8,464 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Martin EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Martin EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Martin EL a charter school?
No, Martin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin EL a Title I school?
No, Martin EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin EL?
91.4% of students at Martin 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
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (210) 398-1400
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #122 of 122
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