Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lighthouse 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lighthouse Elementary School's student population of 273 students has grown by 127% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EnLIGHTening Hearts & Minds
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lighthouse Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)65-69%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
3%
24%
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
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Seahawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average).
How many students attend Lighthouse Elementary School?
273 students attend Lighthouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lighthouse Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lighthouse Elementary School?
Lighthouse Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Elementary School offer ?
Lighthouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lighthouse Elementary School part of?
Lighthouse Elementary School is part of Lighthouse School District.
In what neighborhood is Lighthouse Elementary School located?
Lighthouse Elementary School is located in the Lackland Terrace neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Lackland Terrace.
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