Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colonies North 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonies North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Colonies North Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Colonies North 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 Colonies North Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#7073 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Northside Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonies North Elementary School's ranking?
Colonies North Elementary School is ranked #7073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Colonies North Elementary School often compared to?
Colonies North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howsman Elementary School, Colonial Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Colonies North Elementary School?
513 students attend Colonies North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Colonies North Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonies North Elementary School?
Colonies North Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonies North Elementary School offer ?
Colonies North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Colonies North Elementary School part of?
Colonies North Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Colonies North Elementary School located?
Colonies North Elementary School is located in the Vance Jackson neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
School Reviews
Review Colonies North Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
