Serving 529 students in grades 1-5, W M Pearce Primary ranks in the bottom 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W M Pearce Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
W M Pearce Primary's student population of 529 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In the name of dear ol’ Southside, the school we love so well.
School Rankings
W M Pearce Primary 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 W M Pearce Primary is 0.19, 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
#4256 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W M Pearce Primary's ranking?
W M Pearce Primary is ranked #4256 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend W M Pearce Primary?
529 students attend W M Pearce Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of W M Pearce Primary students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W M Pearce Primary?
W M Pearce Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does W M Pearce Primary offer ?
W M Pearce Primary offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is W M Pearce Primary part of?
W M Pearce Primary is part of Southside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is W M Pearce Primary located?
W M Pearce Primary is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Southside.
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