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#585 of 883 private schools in TX
The Circle School
Elementary School
217 PERSHING AVE, San Antonio, TX 78209
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#585 of 883
In San Antonio
#39 of 53
public schools
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The Circle School
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Circle School
The Circle School is a private elementary school in San Antonio, TX. The Circle School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Circle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #585 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, The Circle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, The Circle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Circle School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Circle School compares to 456 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Circle School (this school) | 5.9 |
| LAMAR EL | 5.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE EL | 8.2 |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH | 8.5 |
| HAWTHORNE PK-8 ACADEMY | 3.3 |
| PERSHING EL | 3.4 |
| NISD BEXAR COUNTY JJA | 3.1 |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P | — |
| NORTH EAST J J A E P | — |
| JJA | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P | — |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY | 3.3 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 4.9 |
| FT SAM HOUSTON EL | 8.4 |
| MARK TWAIN DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 8.8 |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA | 7.6 |
| NORTHEAST CAMPUS | 5.9 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
217 PERSHING AVE, San Antonio, TX 78209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Circle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSHINE COTTAGE SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMBRIDGE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LAMAR EL San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| THE ACORN - A SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN San Antonio | 0.3 mi | — |
| INCARNATE WORD HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SUNSHINE COTTAGE SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| GONZALES EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| HAWTHORNE PK-8 ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| PERSHING EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| JJAEP New Braunfels | 1.8 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| NORTH EAST J J A E P San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Circle School
What grades does The Circle School serve?
The Circle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Circle School?
The Circle School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Circle School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Circle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Circle School rank in TX?
The Circle School ranks #585 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Circle School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Circle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Circle School a private school?
Yes, The Circle School 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 Circle School a religious school?
No, The Circle School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 822-0461
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