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#4351 of 8,552 schools in TX
Promesa Academy Charter School
Elementary School · PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
603 MERIDA, San Antonio, TX 78207
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,351 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#143 of 516
public schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Promesa Academy Charter School
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About Promesa Academy Charter School
Promesa Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. Promesa Academy Charter School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Promesa Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,351 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Promesa Academy Charter School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Promesa Academy Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Promesa Academy Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Promesa Academy Charter School — Students at Promesa Academy Charter School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Promesa Academy Charter School Compares
See how Promesa Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
603 MERIDA, San Antonio, TX 78207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Promesa Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGE E KELLY EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KIPP ESPERANZA PRI (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CARVAJAL EL (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STORM EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 1.7 |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SARAH S KING EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| DE ZAVALA EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| CARVAJAL EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio | 1.0 mi | — |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.3 |
| LANIER H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LOWELL MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 2.0 |
| GEORGE E KELLY EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,655
Median Home Value
$93,200
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
54,128
College Educated
5.5%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
32.7
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| ARMAND BAYOU EL Houston, TX | 6.3 |
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| BELL MANOR EL Bedford, TX | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Promesa Academy Charter School
What grades does Promesa Academy Charter School serve?
Promesa Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Promesa Academy Charter School?
Promesa Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Promesa Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Promesa Academy Charter School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Promesa Academy Charter School rank in TX?
Promesa Academy Charter School ranks #4,351 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Promesa Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Promesa Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Promesa Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Promesa Academy Charter School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Promesa Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Promesa Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Promesa Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Promesa Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Promesa Academy Charter School?
55.8% of students at Promesa Academy Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (210) 560-3575
Resources & Links
District
PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 421
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,888
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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