Needs Improvement
#8259 of 8,552 schools in TX
Palo Alto EL
Elementary School · SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
1725 PALO ALTO RD, San Antonio, TX 78211
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,259 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#463 of 516
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Palo Alto EL
Palo Alto EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD. Palo Alto EL serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Palo Alto EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,259 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Palo Alto EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Palo Alto 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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Palo Alto EL — Students at Palo Alto EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
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: 3.1/10.
How Palo Alto EL Compares
See how Palo Alto 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
1725 PALO ALTO RD, San Antonio, TX 78211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palo Alto EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPICEWOOD PARK EL (rated 5.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROY BENAVIDEZ EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | — |
| ROBERT C ZAMORA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| FRANK L MADLA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| BOB HOPE EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| CAST STEM H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| HUTCHINS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| GREG A GARCIA EARLY COLLEGE INT San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PRICE EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| MIGUEL CARRILLO JR EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| SPICEWOOD PARK EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| DWIGHT MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| GILLETTE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| VESTAL EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLIER EL San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,279
Median Home Value
$110,200
Median Rent
$1,047/mo
Population
30,589
College Educated
6.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
36.8
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| ANDREWS EL Austin, TX | 3.1 |
| CARROLL EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| CUMBERLAND ACADEMY LOWER EL Tyler, TX | 3.1 |
| GUESS EL Beaumont, TX | 3.1 |
| HARRIS R P EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| HART EL El Paso, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palo Alto EL
What grades does Palo Alto EL serve?
Palo Alto EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palo Alto EL?
Palo Alto EL has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palo Alto EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Palo Alto EL is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palo Alto EL rank in TX?
Palo Alto EL ranks #8,259 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Palo Alto EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palo Alto EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palo Alto EL a charter school?
No, Palo Alto EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palo Alto EL a Title I school?
No, Palo Alto EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palo Alto EL?
92.7% of students at Palo Alto 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
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (210) 977-7125
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,429
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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