Serving 879 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roan Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roan Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roan Forest Elementary School's student population of 879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roan Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roan Forest Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#335 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roan Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Roan Forest Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Roan Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Roan Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Encino Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roan Forest Elementary School?
879 students attend Roan Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Roan Forest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roan Forest Elementary School?
Roan Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roan Forest Elementary School offer ?
Roan Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roan Forest Elementary School part of?
Roan Forest Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Roan Forest Elementary School located?
Roan Forest Elementary School is located in the Far North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Far North Central.
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