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San Saba EL

Elementary School · SAN SABA ISD

808 W WALLACE, San Saba, TX 76877

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,395 of 8,552

In San Saba

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

SAN SABA ISD

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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San Saba EL

5.7/10

Elementary School in San Saba · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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7.4/10

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About San Saba EL

San Saba EL is a public elementary school in San Saba, TX, part of SAN SABA ISD. San Saba EL serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. San Saba EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,395 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for San Saba EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

San Saba EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,852
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

San Saba EL — Students at San Saba EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
39.8%
ELA
49.2%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
34%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How San Saba EL Compares

See how San Saba EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

808 W WALLACE, San Saba, TX 76877

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering San Saba EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDTHWAITE EL (rated 9.0/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Goldthwaite), which scores notably higher. Another option is LLANO EL (rated 7.8/10, 31.3 miles away, in nearby Llano), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODLAND HEIGHTS EL (rated 5.9/10, 36.3 miles away, in nearby Brownwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Saba, see our San Saba schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 37.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SAN SABA H S San Saba 0.2 mi 7.7
SAN SABA MIDDLE San Saba 0.2 mi 7.4
CHEROKEE SCHOOL Cherokee 14.8 mi 8.7
RICHLAND SPRINGS SCHOOL Richland Springs 14.4 mi 7.3
GOLDTHWAITE MIDDLE Goldthwaite 20.0 mi 9.1
GOLDTHWAITE H S Goldthwaite 20.1 mi 9.1
GOLDTHWAITE EL Goldthwaite 20.4 mi 9.0
LOMETA SCHOOL Lometa 20.1 mi 6.4
MULLIN MAIN Mullin 25.3 mi 6.9
LLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Llano 31.1 mi 6.1
LLANO EL Llano 31.3 mi 7.8
LLANO J H Llano 31.8 mi 7.3
LLANO H S Llano 31.9 mi 6.6
ROCHELLE SCHOOL Rochelle 28.4 mi 9.0
ZEPHYR SCHOOL Zephyr 33.7 mi 6.6
PRIDDY SCHOOL Priddy 35.7 mi 6.9
BROOKESMITH SCHOOL Brookesmith 33.8 mi 7.0
WOODLAND HEIGHTS EL Brownwood 36.3 mi 5.9
BROWNWOOD MIDDLE Brownwood 36.3 mi 7.3
BROWNWOOD ACCELERATED H S Brownwood 37.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76877 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,563

Median Home Value

$157,800

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

4,527

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

38.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOWIE PRI Sulphur Springs, TX 5.7
EAGLE LAKE PRI Altair, TX 5.7
EAST EL Breckenridge, TX 5.7
EDGEWOOD INT Edgewood, TX 5.7
FORT STOCKTON INT Fort Stockton, TX 5.7
HALLIE RANDALL EL Fruitvale, TX 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Saba EL

What grades does San Saba EL serve?

San Saba EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend San Saba EL?

San Saba EL has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Saba EL?

The student-teacher ratio at San Saba EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does San Saba EL rank in TX?

San Saba EL ranks #5,395 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is San Saba EL's MySchoolScout rating?

San Saba EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 San Saba EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, San Saba EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is San Saba EL a charter school?

No, San Saba EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is San Saba EL a Title I school?

No, San Saba EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Saba EL?

77.6% of students at San Saba 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
San Saba County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

SAN SABA ISD
District Enrollment
738
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,852
District Rank
#3 of 3

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