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#6784 of 8,552 schools in TX

Spring Meadows EL

Elementary School · JUDSON ISD

7135 ELM TRL, San Antonio, TX 78244

Enrollment

679

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,784 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#317 of 516

public schools

In district

#15 of 31

JUDSON ISD

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Spring Meadows EL

4.7/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Spring Meadows EL

Spring Meadows EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of JUDSON ISD. Spring Meadows EL serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,784 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Meadows EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,253
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Spring Meadows EL — Students at Spring Meadows EL score 34% 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

79.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (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
73%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
20.4%
ELA
44.7%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
40%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Spring Meadows EL Compares

See how Spring Meadows EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in TX
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

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

7135 ELM TRL, San Antonio, TX 78244

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Meadows EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CRESTVIEW EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Converse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ESCONDIDO EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Converse), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 0.9 mi 5.9
MONTGOMERY EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 5.4
WOODLAKE HILLS MIDDLE San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.1
ELOLF EL Converse 1.5 mi 5.2
IDEA WALZEM ACADEMY Weslaco 1.6 mi 5.6
IDEA WALZEM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.6 mi 6.0
JUDSON CARE ACADEMY Converse 1.7 mi 4.5
MARY LOU HARTMAN San Antonio 1.7 mi 4.6
CONVERSE EL Converse 1.8 mi 3.9
ST MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Converse 1.9 mi 7.8
WOODLAKE EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 2.7
MILLER POINT EL Converse 2.1 mi 3.9
ESCONDIDO EL Converse 2.0 mi 6.8
HENRY METZGER MIDDLE San Antonio 2.2 mi 3.0
JUDSON H S Converse 2.0 mi 4.4
IDEA CONVERSE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Converse 2.2 mi 6.2
IDEA CONVERSE ACADEMY Converse 2.2 mi 4.0
PARK VILLAGE EL San Antonio 2.2 mi 3.4
CRESTVIEW EL San Antonio 2.7 mi 8.3
JUDSON MIDDLE Converse 2.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,789

Median Home Value

$195,400

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

37,861

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Meadows EL

What grades does Spring Meadows EL serve?

Spring Meadows EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Spring Meadows EL?

Spring Meadows EL has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Meadows EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Meadows EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Meadows EL rank in TX?

Spring Meadows EL ranks #6,784 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Spring Meadows EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Spring Meadows EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Meadows EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Spring Meadows EL a charter school?

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

Is Spring Meadows EL a Title I school?

No, Spring Meadows EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Meadows EL?

79.2% of students at Spring Meadows 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

JUDSON ISD
District Enrollment
23,848
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,253
District Rank
#15 of 31

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