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#4814 of 8,552 schools in TX
The Gathering Place
Elementary School · THE GATHERING PLACE
5818 NW LOOP 410, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,814 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#169 of 516
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About The Gathering Place
The Gathering Place is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of THE GATHERING PLACE. The Gathering Place serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Gathering Place has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,814 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for The Gathering Place show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The Gathering Place sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
The Gathering Place 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.
40% of students at The Gathering Place 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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The Gathering Place — Students at The Gathering Place score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How The Gathering Place Compares
See how The Gathering Place performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5818 NW LOOP 410, San Antonio, TX 78238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Gathering Place may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| POWELL EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NISD PKSA San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM Lewisville | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| DRIGGERS EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ROSS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| OAK HILLS TERRACE EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ESPARZA EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENOAKS EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LEON VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| GLASS EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,227
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
26,250
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Gathering Place
What grades does The Gathering Place serve?
The Gathering Place serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend The Gathering Place?
The Gathering Place has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Gathering Place?
The student-teacher ratio at The Gathering Place 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 The Gathering Place rank in TX?
The Gathering Place ranks #4,814 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is The Gathering Place's MySchoolScout rating?
The Gathering Place has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 The Gathering Place?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Gathering Place has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is The Gathering Place a charter school?
Yes, The Gathering Place is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Gathering Place a Title I school?
No, The Gathering Place is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Gathering Place?
68.6% of students at The Gathering Place 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (210) 942-4850
Resources & Links
District
THE GATHERING PLACE- District Enrollment
- 618
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,154
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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