Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Serna 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Serna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Serna Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Rankings
Serna Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Serna Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#7283 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 Serna Elementary School's ranking?
Serna Elementary School is ranked #7283 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Serna Elementary School often compared to?
Serna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove 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 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Serna Elementary School?
341 students attend Serna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Serna Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Serna Elementary School?
Serna Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Serna Elementary School offer ?
Serna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Serna Elementary School part of?
Serna Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Serna Elementary School located?
Serna Elementary School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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