AGNES COTTON ACADEMY

Charter School 482 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Agnes Cotton Academy is a public elementary school located in the Tobin Hill neighborhood of San Antonio, Texas, serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD), the school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive, community-focused learning environment. It emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering a nurturing atmosphere intended to prepare young students for long-term educational success.

The academy is recognized for its historical roots in the local community and its ongoing efforts to offer enriched learning experiences. With a diverse student body, the school prioritizes inclusive instruction and social-emotional development, often integrating creative programs and community partnerships to engage students. Its central location on Blanco Road makes it a focal point for families in the surrounding area, functioning as both a neighborhood hub and a dedicated space for early childhood and primary education.

482

Total Students

32.6

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

84.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for AGNES COTTON ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	27
Hispanic	445
Black	6
Asian	1
Two or More	3

Hispanic
445 (92.3 %)
White
27 (5.6 %)
Black
6 (1.2 %)
Two or More
3 (0.6 %)
Asian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	SAN ANTONIO ISD
Phone:	(210)738-9780
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	482
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	404
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 51

Kindergarten 53

Grade 1 46

Grade 2 58

Grade 3 43

Grade 4 46

Grade 5 48

Grade 6 52

Grade 7 42

Grade 8 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for AGNES COTTON ACADEMY
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	51
Kindergarten	53
Grade 1	46
Grade 2	58
Grade 3	43
Grade 4	46
Grade 5	48
Grade 6	52
Grade 7	42
Grade 8	43

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for AGNES COTTON ACADEMY
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	229	47.5%
Male	253	52.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)