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#455 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 5% in state

Wilderness Oak EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

21019 WILDERNESS OAK, San Antonio, TX 78258

Enrollment

602

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#455 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#8 of 516

public schools

In district

#4 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Wilderness Oak EL

8.8/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wilderness Oak EL

Wilderness Oak EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Wilderness Oak EL serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilderness Oak EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Wilderness Oak EL show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,211
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Wilderness Oak EL — Students at Wilderness Oak EL score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
74.5%
ELA
80.4%
2024
Math
78%
ELA
80%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Wilderness Oak EL Compares

See how Wilderness Oak EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in TX
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

21019 WILDERNESS OAK, San Antonio, TX 78258

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilderness Oak EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STONE OAK EL (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HARDY OAK EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VINEYARD RANCH EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
STONE OAK EL San Antonio 0.5 mi 8.9
LOPEZ MIDDLE San Antonio 1.5 mi 7.9
HARDY OAK EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 8.9
LAS LOMAS EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 7.7
REAGAN H S San Antonio 1.7 mi 7.9
VINEYARD RANCH EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 8.8
LEAF SPRING SCHOOL AT SONTERRA San Antonio 2.0 mi
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio 2.2 mi 7.1
NOBIS PACEM San Antonio 2.4 mi 3.7
FUSION ACADEMY San Antonio 2.3 mi
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 2.6 mi 8.1
BUSH MIDDLE San Antonio 2.4 mi 7.8
BUCKNER FANNING SCHOOL AT MISSION SPRINGS San Antonio 2.6 mi 7.8
CANYON RIDGE EL San Antonio 2.6 mi 8.3
HIDDEN FOREST EL San Antonio 3.4 mi 8.2
BLATTMAN EL San Antonio 3.3 mi 8.6
HUEBNER EL San Antonio 3.7 mi 7.6
THE LILYPAD GARDEN SCHOOL San Antonio 3.6 mi
VINEYARD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio 4.1 mi 7.1
TUSCANY HEIGHTS San Antonio 4.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78258 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,133

Median Home Value

$446,700

Median Rent

$1,720/mo

Population

51,672

College Educated

60.9%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilderness Oak EL

What grades does Wilderness Oak EL serve?

Wilderness Oak EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wilderness Oak EL?

Wilderness Oak EL has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilderness Oak EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilderness Oak EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilderness Oak EL rank in TX?

Wilderness Oak EL ranks #455 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Wilderness Oak EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilderness Oak EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Wilderness Oak EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilderness Oak EL has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wilderness Oak EL a charter school?

No, Wilderness Oak EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wilderness Oak EL a Title I school?

No, Wilderness Oak EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilderness Oak EL?

21.8% of students at Wilderness Oak 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

NORTH EAST ISD
District Enrollment
57,374
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,211
District Rank
#4 of 71

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