AGNES COTTON ACADEMY

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Charter School 455 Students

Middle School 3rd - 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.

455

Total Students

33.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

89.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for AGNES COTTON ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	22
Hispanic	424
Black	7
Asian	2

Hispanic
424 (93.2%)
White
22 (4.8%)
Black
7 (1.5%)
Asian
2 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle 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
Website:	http://schools.saisd.net/page/117.homepage
Grade Range:	3rd - 8th
Total Students:	455
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
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

Grade 3 78

Grade 4 86

Grade 5 77

Grade 6 86

Grade 7 65

Grade 8 63