Needs Improvement
#8449 of 8,552 schools in TX
Mcdermott EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
5111 USAA BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78240
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,449 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#493 of 516
public schools
In district
#120 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Mcdermott EL
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About Mcdermott EL
Mcdermott EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Mcdermott EL serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcdermott EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,449 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mcdermott EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Mcdermott 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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Mcdermott EL — Students at Mcdermott EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.5%
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: 1.9/10.
How Mcdermott EL Compares
See how Mcdermott 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
5111 USAA BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcdermott EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THORNTON EL (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Antonio | 0.2 mi | — |
| SUBURBAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | — |
| GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HEALTH CAREERS H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| DAEP AT HOLMGREEN San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| REDDIX CENTER San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| HOBBY MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HOWSMAN EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| RHODES EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| THORNTON EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ACHIEVERS CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Antonio | 2.1 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LOCKE HILL EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,203
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
57,014
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcdermott EL
What grades does Mcdermott EL serve?
Mcdermott EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcdermott EL?
Mcdermott EL has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcdermott EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcdermott EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcdermott EL rank in TX?
Mcdermott EL ranks #8,449 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mcdermott EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcdermott EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Mcdermott EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcdermott EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mcdermott EL a charter school?
No, Mcdermott EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcdermott EL a Title I school?
No, Mcdermott EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcdermott EL?
75.5% of students at Mcdermott 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 738
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (210) 397-5100
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #120 of 122
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