Needs Improvement
#8212 of 8,552 schools in TX
Neil Armstrong EL
Elementary School · SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
7111 APPLE VALLEY DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,212 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#456 of 516
public schools
In district
#10 of 13
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Neil Armstrong EL
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About Neil Armstrong EL
Neil Armstrong EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD. Neil Armstrong EL serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Neil Armstrong EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,212 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Neil Armstrong EL show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Neil Armstrong EL — Students at Neil Armstrong EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
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: 2.3/10.
How Neil Armstrong EL Compares
See how Neil Armstrong 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
7111 APPLE VALLEY DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Neil Armstrong EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SKY HARBOUR EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LACKLAND EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY HI EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,979
Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
35,976
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
29
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| AUDRE AND BERNARD RAPOPORT ACADEMY Waco, TX | 3.2 |
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| CROCKETT EL El Paso, TX | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Neil Armstrong EL
What grades does Neil Armstrong EL serve?
Neil Armstrong EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Neil Armstrong EL?
Neil Armstrong EL has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neil Armstrong EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Neil Armstrong EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Neil Armstrong EL rank in TX?
Neil Armstrong EL ranks #8,212 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Neil Armstrong EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Neil Armstrong EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Neil Armstrong EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Neil Armstrong EL has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Neil Armstrong EL a charter school?
No, Neil Armstrong EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Neil Armstrong EL a Title I school?
No, Neil Armstrong EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neil Armstrong EL?
94.8% of students at Neil Armstrong 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
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (210) 623-8787
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,429
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #10 of 13
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