Needs Improvement
#8073 of 8,552 schools in TX
Pershing EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
600 SANDMEYER ST, San Antonio, TX 78208
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,073 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#432 of 516
public schools
In district
#67 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Pershing EL
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About Pershing EL
Pershing EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Pershing EL serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pershing EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,073 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pershing EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Pershing 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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Pershing EL — Students at Pershing EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
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: 2.0/10.
How Pershing EL Compares
See how Pershing 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
600 SANDMEYER ST, San Antonio, TX 78208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pershing EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CIRCLE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WASHINGTON EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| TYNAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| JJAEP New Braunfels | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| NORTH EAST J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| NISD BEXAR COUNTY JJA San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| JJA San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.2 mi | — |
| LAMAR EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| THE CIRCLE SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,194
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$894/mo
Population
3,877
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
31.5%
Poverty Rate
44%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas, TX | 3.4 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL Waco, TX | 3.4 |
| FOSTER EL San Antonio, TX | 3.4 |
| FREEMAN EL Garland, TX | 3.4 |
| MADING EL Houston, TX | 3.4 |
| MCBEE EL Austin, TX | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pershing EL
What grades does Pershing EL serve?
Pershing EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pershing EL?
Pershing EL has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pershing EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Pershing EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pershing EL rank in TX?
Pershing EL ranks #8,073 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pershing EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Pershing EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Pershing EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pershing EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pershing EL a charter school?
No, Pershing EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pershing EL a Title I school?
No, Pershing EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pershing EL?
99.3% of students at Pershing 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
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (210) 738-9820
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #67 of 94
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