Needs Improvement
#7774 of 8,552 schools in TX
Serna EL
Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD
2569 N E LOOP 410, San Antonio, TX 78217
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,774 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#397 of 516
public schools
In district
#68 of 71
NORTH EAST ISD
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About Serna EL
Serna EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Serna EL serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Serna EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,774 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Serna EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Serna EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
48% of students at Serna 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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Serna EL — Students at Serna EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 3.4/10.
How Serna EL Compares
See how Serna 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
2569 N E LOOP 410, San Antonio, TX 78217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Serna EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWOOD EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Windcrest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Windcrest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEAR SPRING EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| WALZEM EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARY'S HALL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GARNER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SST SA COLLEGE PREP H S San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF CREATIVE ED San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST Windcrest | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Windcrest | 1.3 mi | — |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest | 1.3 mi | — |
| HOMEBASED COMP ED San Antonio | 1.5 mi | — |
| COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY Windcrest | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| OAK GROVE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOSEVELT H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTHWOOD EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| EAST TERRELL HILLS EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MACARTHUR H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,852
Median Home Value
$216,100
Median Rent
$1,186/mo
Population
33,959
College Educated
30.3%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRICK EL Houston, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock, TX | 3.8 |
| CAPISTRANO EL El Paso, TX | 3.8 |
| CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.8 |
| CONNALLY EL Waco, TX | 3.8 |
| CROMACK EL Brownsville, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Serna EL
What grades does Serna EL serve?
Serna EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Serna EL?
Serna EL has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Serna EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Serna EL is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Serna EL rank in TX?
Serna EL ranks #7,774 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Serna EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Serna EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Serna EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Serna EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Serna EL a charter school?
No, Serna EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Serna EL a Title I school?
No, Serna EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Serna EL?
92.4% of students at Serna 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
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (210) 407-7200
Resources & Links
District
NORTH EAST ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,374
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,211
- District Rank
- #68 of 71
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