WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WARD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NORTHSIDE ISD school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 860 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, WARD EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

**WARD ELementary School**, located in the Far West side of San Antonio, is a public school serving students in the Northside Independent School District (NISD). Situated in a rapidly growing area of the city near the intersection of Culebra Road and FM 1560, the school is part of a district highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative instructional programs, and strong community involvement. As a neighborhood elementary school, it focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development, typically serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.

The school operates under the broader mission of NISD, which prioritizes a student-centered approach to learning and the preparation of children for future academic success. Being part of the Northside district, WARD ELementary benefits from centralized resources, robust extracurricular opportunities, and a structured curriculum aligned with state standards. Families in the area can expect a focus on maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment where technology is integrated into the classroom to support diverse learning styles and modern educational needs.

For more information, contact WARD EL at (210) 397-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.