Below Average
#6882 of 8,552 schools in TX
Roy Cisneros EL
Elementary School · EDGEWOOD ISD
3011 RUIZ, San Antonio, TX 78237
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,882 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#325 of 516
public schools
In district
#11 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Roy Cisneros EL
Roy Cisneros EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Roy Cisneros EL serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roy Cisneros EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,882 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Roy Cisneros EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Roy Cisneros EL is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Roy Cisneros EL 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.
42% of students at Roy Cisneros 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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Roy Cisneros EL — Students at Roy Cisneros EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
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: 4.0/10.
How Roy Cisneros EL Compares
See how Roy Cisneros 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
3011 RUIZ, San Antonio, TX 78237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roy Cisneros EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP UN MUNDO PRI (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP CAMINO ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP UN MUNDO PRI San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| OGDEN EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 1.9 |
| FENWICK ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 1.9 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| MEMORIAL H S San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MADISON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| NELSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| DAVID CROCKETT ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,233
Median Home Value
$103,000
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
36,930
College Educated
5.8%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
34.4
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| ACADEMY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Little River, TX | 4.6 |
| BETH YESHURUN DAY SCHOOL Houston, TX | 4.6 |
| HAMLIN COLLEGIATE EL Hamlin, TX | 4.6 |
| JEFFERSON EL Harlingen, TX | 4.6 |
| MAYPEARL PRI Maypearl, TX | 4.6 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Del Rio, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roy Cisneros EL
What grades does Roy Cisneros EL serve?
Roy Cisneros EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Roy Cisneros EL?
Roy Cisneros EL has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roy Cisneros EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Roy Cisneros EL is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roy Cisneros EL rank in TX?
Roy Cisneros EL ranks #6,882 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Roy Cisneros EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Roy Cisneros EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Roy Cisneros EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roy Cisneros EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Roy Cisneros EL a charter school?
Yes, Roy Cisneros EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Roy Cisneros EL a Title I school?
No, Roy Cisneros EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roy Cisneros EL?
95.9% of students at Roy Cisneros 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
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 196
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4170
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #11 of 23
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