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#6162 of 8,552 schools in TX
Windcrest EL
Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD
465 FAIRCREST DR, San Antonio, TX 78239
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,162 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#258 of 516
public schools
In district
#55 of 71
NORTH EAST ISD
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Windcrest EL
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Windcrest EL
Windcrest EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Windcrest EL serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Windcrest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,162 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Windcrest EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Windcrest EL — Students at Windcrest EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
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: 5.2/10.
How Windcrest EL Compares
See how Windcrest 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
465 FAIRCREST DR, San Antonio, TX 78239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windcrest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST ALAMO (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Windcrest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMELOT EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST Windcrest | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Windcrest | 0.6 mi | — |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest | 0.6 mi | — |
| COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY Windcrest | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ROOSEVELT H S San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| WHITE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CAMELOT EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| WALZEM EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ROYAL RIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SST ALAMO San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| IDEA WALZEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA WALZEM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CLEAR SPRING EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MARY LOU HARTMAN San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PARK VILLAGE EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| SERNA EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,455
Median Home Value
$215,600
Median Rent
$1,401/mo
Population
29,855
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windcrest EL
What grades does Windcrest EL serve?
Windcrest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Windcrest EL?
Windcrest EL has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windcrest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Windcrest EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windcrest EL rank in TX?
Windcrest EL ranks #6,162 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Windcrest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Windcrest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Windcrest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windcrest EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Windcrest EL a charter school?
No, Windcrest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windcrest EL a Title I school?
No, Windcrest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windcrest EL?
81.1% of students at Windcrest 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
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (210) 407-9600
Resources & Links
District
NORTH EAST ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,374
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,211
- District Rank
- #55 of 71
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