Serving 196 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Roy Cisneros 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 is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy Cisneros Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Roy Cisneros Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Roy Cisneros Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roy Cisneros Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7477 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roy Cisneros Elementary School's ranking?
Roy Cisneros Elementary School is ranked #7477 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Roy Cisneros Elementary School often compared to?
Roy Cisneros Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roy Cisneros Elementary School?
196 students attend Roy Cisneros Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Roy Cisneros Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy Cisneros Elementary School?
Roy Cisneros Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roy Cisneros Elementary School offer ?
Roy Cisneros Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Roy Cisneros Elementary School part of?
Roy Cisneros Elementary School is part of Edgewood Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Roy Cisneros Elementary School located?
Roy Cisneros Elementary School is located in the Prospect Hill Area neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Prospect Hill Area.
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