Below Average
#7371 of 8,552 schools in TX
Powell EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
6003 THUNDER DR, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,371 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#364 of 516
public schools
In district
#78 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Powell EL
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About Powell EL
Powell EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Powell EL serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Powell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,371 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Powell EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Powell 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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Powell EL — Students at Powell EL score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
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: 2.1/10.
How Powell EL Compares
See how Powell 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
6003 THUNDER DR, San Antonio, TX 78238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Powell EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GATHERING PLACE San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM Lewisville | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| NISD PKSA San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| ROSS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| ESPARZA EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| DRIGGERS EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OAK HILLS TERRACE EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENOAKS EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| GLASS EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,227
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
26,250
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Powell EL
What grades does Powell EL serve?
Powell EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Powell EL?
Powell EL has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Powell EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Powell EL is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Powell EL rank in TX?
Powell EL ranks #7,371 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Powell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Powell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Powell EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Powell EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Powell EL a charter school?
No, Powell EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Powell EL a Title I school?
No, Powell EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Powell EL?
87.7% of students at Powell 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
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (210) 397-0450
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #78 of 122
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