Serving 921 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scarborough Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scarborough Elementary School's student population of 921 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Scarborough Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scarborough Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1938 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Scarborough Elementary School's ranking?
Scarborough Elementary School is ranked #1938 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Scarborough Elementary School often compared to?
Scarborough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galm Elementary School, Ott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Scarborough Elementary School?
921 students attend Scarborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Scarborough Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scarborough Elementary School?
Scarborough Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scarborough Elementary School offer ?
Scarborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scarborough Elementary School part of?
Scarborough Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Scarborough Elementary School located?
Scarborough Elementary School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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