Needs Improvement
#8255 of 8,552 schools in TX
Mead EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
3803 MID HORIZON DR, San Antonio, TX 78229
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,255 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#461 of 516
public schools
In district
#110 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Mead EL
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About Mead EL
Mead EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Mead EL serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mead EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,255 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mead EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Mead 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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Mead EL — Students at Mead EL score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
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: 3.6/10.
How Mead EL Compares
See how Mead 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
3803 MID HORIZON DR, San Antonio, TX 78229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mead EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP SOMOS PRI (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BASKIN EL (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| BLESSED HOPE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| COLONIES NORTH EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| REDDIX CENTER San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| DAEP AT HOLMGREEN San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| HEALTH CAREERS H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| KIPP SOMOS PRI San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| DELLVIEW EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| COLONIAL HILLS UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| COLONIAL HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| BASKIN EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| HOWSMAN EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,718
Median Home Value
$206,400
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
35,195
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
13.4%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
29.7
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| CARROLL EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
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| GUESS EL Beaumont, TX | 3.1 |
| ILTEXAS ARLINGTON EL Arlington, TX | 3.1 |
| PALO ALTO EL San Antonio, TX | 3.1 |
| PALOMA CREEK EL Aubrey, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mead EL
What grades does Mead EL serve?
Mead EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mead EL?
Mead EL has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mead EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mead EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mead EL rank in TX?
Mead EL ranks #8,255 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mead EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mead EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Mead EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mead EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mead EL a charter school?
No, Mead EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mead EL a Title I school?
No, Mead EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mead EL?
89.8% of students at Mead 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
- 859
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (210) 397-1750
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #110 of 122
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