Needs Improvement
#8111 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts
Elementary School · EDGEWOOD ISD
415 SW 36TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,111 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#436 of 516
public schools
In district
#17 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
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Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts
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About Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,111 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts show 26% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts 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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Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts — Students at Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts Compares
See how Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 SW 36TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 2.3 |
| STAFFORD CENTER San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 0.3 mi | — |
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| GARDENDALE PRE-K 4 SA EARLY LEARNING San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 1.9 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| H B GONZALEZ EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MEMORIAL H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
| CODWELL EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts
What grades does Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts serve?
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts?
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts rank in TX?
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts ranks #8,111 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts has 26% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts a charter school?
Yes, Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts a Title I school?
No, Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts?
94.6% of students at Stafford EL Visual and Performing Arts 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4250
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #17 of 23
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