Excellent
#1550 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 18% in state
Mora EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
1520 AMERICAN LOTUS, San Antonio, TX 78245
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,550 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#44 of 516
public schools
In district
#10 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mora 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 Mora EL
Mora EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Mora EL serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mora EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mora EL show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mora EL — Students at Mora EL score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Mora EL Compares
See how Mora 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
1520 AMERICAN LOTUS, San Antonio, TX 78245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mora EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WERNLI EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE- SAN ANTONIO (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Houston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEHLAU EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PINNACLE MONTESSORI San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| OTT EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LIECK EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LUNA MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| FORESTER EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| GALM EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| WERNLI EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| LITTLE LIONS LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LEWIS EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CODY EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 2.9 |
| BRENNAN H S San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE- SAN ANTONIO Houston | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| KRIEWALD ROAD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BERNAL MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| FISHER EL San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTON EL Brenham, TX | 8.0 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE PFLUGERVILLE Pflugerville, TX | 8.0 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS San Antonio, TX | 8.0 |
| BEARD EL Helotes, TX | 8.0 |
| BEDFORD HEIGHTS EL Bedford, TX | 8.0 |
| BOB AND BETTY NELSON EL Alvin, TX | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mora EL
What grades does Mora EL serve?
Mora EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mora EL?
Mora EL has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mora EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mora 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 Mora EL rank in TX?
Mora EL ranks #1,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mora EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mora EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Mora EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mora EL has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Mora EL a charter school?
No, Mora EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mora EL a Title I school?
No, Mora EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mora EL?
57.1% of students at Mora 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
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (210) 398-2400
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #10 of 122
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