DOUGLASS EL

DOUGLASS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SAN ANTONIO ISD school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 396 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 26 teachers, DOUGLASS EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

**Frederick DOUGLASS ELementary School**, located at 318 Martin Luther King Drive in San Antonio, is a historic and foundational institution within the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD). Situated in the heart of the East Side community, the school carries a legacy tied to the historic neighborhoods surrounding the Martin Luther King Jr. corridor. It serves as a central hub for elementary education, focusing on building foundational academic skills while fostering a sense of identity and belonging for its students.

The school is characterized by its dedication to supporting the diverse needs of its neighborhood families. As part of the broader SAISD mission, DOUGLASS ELementary emphasizes social-emotional learning alongside core curriculum subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. By leveraging its historic location and community partnerships, the school strives to provide a supportive environment that prepares young students for middle school transitions while addressing the unique cultural and educational opportunities present in the local San Antonio community.

For more information, contact DOUGLASS EL at (210) 228-3315 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.