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The Acorn - a School for Young Children

Elementary School

3501 BROADWAY ST, San Antonio, TX 78209

Private

Enrollment

18

Student-Teacher

6:1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Updated 2021-22

About The Acorn - a School for Young Children

The Acorn - a School for Young Children is an private elementary school in San Antonio, TX 78209. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $84,180, where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 18 students, The Acorn - a School for Young Children is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, The Acorn - a School for Young Children offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, The Acorn - a School for Young Children operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Acorn - a School for Young Children compares to 329 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
18
This School
vs
529
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 83.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.7% vs 0%
The Acorn - a School for Young Children San Antonio Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Acorn - a School for Young Children (this school)
LAMAR EL 5.4
GONZALES EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS 4.9
HAWTHORNE PK-8 ACADEMY 5.0
PERSHING EL 5.2
BOWDEN ACADEMY 6.1
GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA 6.9
MARK TWAIN DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY 4.4
HEALY MURPHY PK 5.0
WASHINGTON EL 2.7
ROGERS ACADEMY 3.8
AGNES COTTON ACADEMY 6.2
FT SAM HOUSTON EL 8.1
ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY 5.0
SAISD - PK 4 SA 4.9
IDEA CARVER ACADEMY 6.8
NORTHEAST EL CAMPUS 8.0
TYNAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS 6.3
BEACON HILL ACADEMY 6.2
CAMERON EL 4.9
HOWARD EL 6.5

Showing 20 of 329 schools. View all schools in San Antonio

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
18 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Address
3501 BROADWAY ST, San Antonio, TX 78209
Phone
(210) 826-8804
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in TX aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 83.3%
Hispanic 16.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3501 BROADWAY ST, San Antonio, TX 78209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Acorn - a School for Young Children may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSHINE COTTAGE SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is CAMBRIDGE EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LAMAR EL San Antonio 0.2 mi 5.4
THE CIRCLE SCHOOL San Antonio 0.3 mi 5.9
INCARNATE WORD HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio 0.7 mi 5.9
SUNSHINE COTTAGE SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN San Antonio 1.0 mi 8.6
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio 1.1 mi 6.6
ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio 1.1 mi 7.5
ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL San Antonio 1.1 mi 7.8
GONZALES EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.9
HAWTHORNE PK-8 ACADEMY San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.0
GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.9
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio 1.3 mi 6.8
CAMBRIDGE EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 8.0
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.5 mi
JJAEP New Braunfels 1.5 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.5 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.5 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.5 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.5 mi
NORTH EAST J J A E P San Antonio 1.5 mi
NISD BEXAR COUNTY JJA San Antonio 1.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,180

Median Home Value

$497,500

Median Rent

$1,371/mo

Population

43,363

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

38.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Acorn - a School for Young Children has a median household income of $84,180. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $497,500, with a median rent of $1,371/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Acorn - a School for Young Children

What grades does The Acorn - a School for Young Children serve?

The Acorn - a School for Young Children serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend The Acorn - a School for Young Children?

The Acorn - a School for Young Children has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Acorn - a School for Young Children?

The student-teacher ratio at The Acorn - a School for Young Children is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is The Acorn - a School for Young Children a private school?

Yes, The Acorn - a School for Young Children is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Acorn - a School for Young Children a religious school?

No, The Acorn - a School for Young Children is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,229/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
18
Gender Split
67% M / 33% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.3 hours
Days Per Year
158 days
Setting
Large City
County
BEXAR
Data Year
2022–2023

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