Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Athens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 15-19% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Athens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#7865 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Elementary School's ranking?
Athens Elementary School is ranked #7865 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Athens Elementary School?
276 students attend Athens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Athens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Elementary School?
Athens Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Athens Elementary School offer ?
Athens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Athens Elementary School part of?
Athens Elementary School is part of South San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Athens Elementary School located?
Athens Elementary School is located in the Quintana Community neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Quintana Community.
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