Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brauchle 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 86% 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: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brauchle Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Brauchle 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 Brauchle Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#4844 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brauchle Elementary School's ranking?
Brauchle Elementary School is ranked #4844 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brauchle Elementary School?
452 students attend Brauchle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brauchle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brauchle Elementary School?
Brauchle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brauchle Elementary School offer ?
Brauchle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brauchle Elementary School part of?
Brauchle Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brauchle Elementary School located?
Brauchle 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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