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Wilshire EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

6523 CASCADE, San Antonio, TX 78218

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,756 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#159 of 516

public schools

In district

#41 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Wilshire EL

6.1/10

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

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About Wilshire EL

Wilshire EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Wilshire EL serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilshire EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,756 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Wilshire EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Wilshire EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,211
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Wilshire EL — Students at Wilshire EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
50.5%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Wilshire EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in TX
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

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

6523 CASCADE, San Antonio, TX 78218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilshire EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOODRIDGE EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FT SAM HOUSTON EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHWOOD EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ALTERNATIVE EL San Antonio 0.0 mi
GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY San Antonio 0.4 mi 5.0
RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE San Antonio 0.4 mi 5.0
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL San Antonio 0.4 mi
ROBERT G COLE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio 0.7 mi 8.2
ST DAVIDS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio 1.0 mi
EAST TERRELL HILLS EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 6.2
NORTHEAST EL CAMPUS San Antonio 1.1 mi 5.5
NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio 1.1 mi 5.9
FT SAM HOUSTON EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 8.4
KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.6
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 1.5 mi 6.3
NORTHWOOD EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 7.6
GARNER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.7 mi 4.0
WALZEM EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 6.3
SERNA EL San Antonio 2.2 mi 3.8
WOODRIDGE EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 8.6
ALAMO HEIGHTS J H San Antonio 2.3 mi 8.2
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville 2.5 mi 3.7
CAMELOT EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,833

Median Home Value

$183,900

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

38,291

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

49.5%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilshire EL

What grades does Wilshire EL serve?

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

How many students attend Wilshire EL?

Wilshire EL has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilshire EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilshire EL is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilshire EL rank in TX?

Wilshire EL ranks #4,756 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Wilshire EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilshire EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Wilshire EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilshire EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wilshire EL a charter school?

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

Is Wilshire EL a Title I school?

No, Wilshire EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

91.3% of students at Wilshire 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

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

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