Needs Improvement
#7659 of 8,552 schools in TX
V M Adams EL
Elementary School · HARLANDALE ISD
135 E SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78214
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,659 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#389 of 516
public schools
In district
#15 of 18
HARLANDALE ISD
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V M Adams EL
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About V M Adams EL
V M Adams EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of HARLANDALE ISD. V M Adams EL serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. V M Adams EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,659 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for V M Adams EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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V M Adams EL — Students at V M Adams EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How V M Adams EL Compares
See how V M Adams 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
135 E SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering V M Adams EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WRIGHT EL (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROYAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE (rated 5.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA SOUTH FLORES ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| WRIGHT EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| E H GILBERT EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| STONEWALL/FLANDERS EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| HILLCREST EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| A LEAL JR MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER H S San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| COLLIER EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| IDEA SOUTH FLORES COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA SOUTH FLORES ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| KNOX EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BURBANK H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| TERRELL WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BELLAIRE EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| ROYAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,334
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
21,884
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about V M Adams EL
What grades does V M Adams EL serve?
V M Adams EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend V M Adams EL?
V M Adams EL has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at V M Adams EL?
The student-teacher ratio at V M Adams EL is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does V M Adams EL rank in TX?
V M Adams EL ranks #7,659 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is V M Adams EL's MySchoolScout rating?
V M Adams EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 V M Adams EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, V M Adams EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is V M Adams EL a charter school?
No, V M Adams EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is V M Adams EL a Title I school?
No, V M Adams EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for V M Adams EL?
92.6% of students at V M Adams 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
- 798
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (210) 989-2800
Resources & Links
District
HARLANDALE ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,814
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,311
- District Rank
- #15 of 18
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