Excellent
#1230 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 14% in state
Tomlinson EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
9748 SWAYBACK RANCH, San Antonio, TX 78254
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,230 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#38 of 516
public schools
In district
#8 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Tomlinson EL
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About Tomlinson EL
Tomlinson EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Tomlinson EL serves approximately 777 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tomlinson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,230 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Tomlinson EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Tomlinson EL — Students at Tomlinson EL score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Tomlinson EL Compares
See how Tomlinson EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9748 SWAYBACK RANCH, San Antonio, TX 78254
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tomlinson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST NORTHWEST (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOLKS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANKLIN EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| SOTOMAYOR H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| SCARBOROUGH EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| FIELDS EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| WARD EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SST NORTHWEST San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| KALLISON EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| KRUEGER EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - ALAMO RANCH San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| TAFT H S San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PINNACLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio | 2.6 mi | — |
| KIDS R KIDS NO. 57 LIBERTY FIELD San Antonio | 2.6 mi | — |
| MIRELES EL San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| REED EL San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| STRAUS MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio | 3.2 mi | — |
| SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HARLAN H S San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,823
Median Home Value
$298,800
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
78,865
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tomlinson EL
What grades does Tomlinson EL serve?
Tomlinson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tomlinson EL?
Tomlinson EL has an enrollment of approximately 777 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tomlinson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Tomlinson EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tomlinson EL rank in TX?
Tomlinson EL ranks #1,230 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tomlinson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Tomlinson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Tomlinson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tomlinson EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Tomlinson EL a charter school?
No, Tomlinson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tomlinson EL a Title I school?
No, Tomlinson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tomlinson EL?
26.3% of students at Tomlinson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 777
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.8%
- Phone
- (210) 398-2650
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #8 of 122
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