Needs Improvement
#7997 of 8,552 schools in TX
Michael EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
3155 QUIET PLAIN, San Antonio, TX 78245
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,997 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#423 of 516
public schools
In district
#101 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Michael EL
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Michael EL
Michael EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Michael EL serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Michael EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,997 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Michael EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Michael 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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Michael EL — Students at Michael EL score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
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: 2.5/10.
How Michael EL Compares
See how Michael 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
3155 QUIET PLAIN, San Antonio, TX 78245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Michael EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA MAYS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BIG COUNTRY EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FISHER EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON COLLEGE PREPARATOR Weslaco | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | — |
| KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| CODY EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| HATCHETT EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 2.1 |
| PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| IDEA MAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MAYS ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,890
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
91,388
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
32
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| ALLISON EL Austin, TX | 3.5 |
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| COMPASS ROSE HARVEST Bastrop, TX | 3.5 |
| CROSBY EL Forney, TX | 3.5 |
| DULLES EL Sugar Land, TX | 3.5 |
| FRED BOOTH San Benito, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael EL
What grades does Michael EL serve?
Michael EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Michael EL?
Michael EL has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Michael EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Michael EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Michael EL rank in TX?
Michael EL ranks #7,997 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Michael EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Michael EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Michael EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Michael EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Michael EL a charter school?
No, Michael EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Michael EL a Title I school?
No, Michael EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Michael EL?
78.8% of students at Michael 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
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (210) 397-3900
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #101 of 122
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