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Bulverde Creek Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 808 students

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Posted October 25, 2012

We have been very pleased with Bulverde Creek! The teachers and administrators really care about kids, and they have high expectations for students. My kids love going to school and I would recommend Bulverde Creek to anyone!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 18, 2011

I'm not sure what is wrong with these children but I have found that the majority of these children are HORRIBLE! No manners, mean, and disrespectful. I am very happy with my decision to pull my daughter out of this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 19, 2011

My children (K & 1st) attended Bulverde Creek during the 09-10 school year. Both had fabulous teachers and everyone at the school was incredibly friendly. However, during the last few months before summer break, my kindergarten daughter started complaining about some little girls being mean (bullying). I told her to tell a teacher. Eventually, the bullying escalated to physical, with me picking her up crying with scrapes from being pushed to the ground. This time we went to the principal. We were told that they could not do anything because they did not actually see it happen. Just a warning if you have a quiet child. Pick a school that actually has a bullying policy. There is a new principal at Bulverde Creek this year- hopefully it is better now. Obviously we moved our children to a different school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 28, 2010

We love this school! We moved here from California last summer, and we have continued to be impressed by the teachers,office staff,they know all the children by name,which is very nice.The teachers,are friendly,and really care about the students,and it shows.I have a 4th & 5th grader there now,and they have adjusted so wonderfully to this school,with new friends,and lots of activites.They are both in a choir program,that is nothing short of fabulous,with performances throughout the school year. We are a retired military family,and they have a very high level of respect for military families,honoring us at a very touching Veteran's day performance.We feel we couldn't of picked a better school for our girls.Go Texans!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Because they love thier kids!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 17, 2009

This school has provided a fantastic learning environment for our children! The administrators and faculty do a superb job of balancing academics with fun to instill a love of learning in the students!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 3, 2008

I have no complaints about my kids school, only praise. I can't say enough about the loving, caring atmosphere at BCE. Both my kids are doing very well and look forward to going to school insted of dreading it. Lots of extra activities with before and after school clubs. The PTA is wonderful and not cliqueish at all. You can tell that they are in it for the students and not themselves. If you are looking to moving to the area, let BCE be your deciding factor, it's a GREAT place for your children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 24, 2008

The staff at the school are dedicated, hard working and creative people. I have two students at the school. One is a grade ahead and gifted, and he loves Robotics Club and Media Club and is hoping to get into Chess Club. My daughter is loving her first year of Kindergarten, loves her teachers and has nothing but good things to say about school. Couldn't say better things about the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2008

My child has been at BCE since the day they opened their doors. I could not be more pleased. The PTA has energectic leaders and strong parent involvement. They have been welcoming to working and non-working mom's alike. That is unusual in a school this size. I am grateful to the parents and staff. I will be sad to leave for middle school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 25, 2008

Wonderful School! I have nothing negative to say about this school staff is friendly and campus nice and clean. Every students get their own special attention and the parents are always kept updated of their childs behavior and progress.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 17, 2008

Excellent school! Great students, wonderful faculty, a lot of community involvement. Inviting climate!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 29, 2008

This truly is a great school. The staff is very open to parent involvement and suggestions. The only area of improvement I see could be in the training of 1st time special ed teachers. Overall this is a great school and they are very willing to work with each student on their individual needs so they can get the best education possible.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2007

Love the school, Love Mrs. McBee, love the PTA, they are trying to do great things this year. The facility is very nice and clean thanks to a dedicated custodian staff. The teachers are so caring and consistant.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 3, 2007

Great Staff. PTA is okay. Very Clickish. Good Luck trying to get an idea past them.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

128 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

130 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

140 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

139 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
94%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

134 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

171 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

173 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
98%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

170 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students95%
Female93%
Male98%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education75%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students98%
Female99%
Male98%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian88%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education80%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students94%
Female93%
Male94%
Black or African American83%
Asian100%
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education55%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students90%
Female93%
Male86%
Black or African American83%
Asian71%
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education40%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)88%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students93%
Female93%
Male94%
Black or African American83%
Asian86%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education33%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students99%
Female98%
Male100%
Black or African American93%
Asiann/a
Hispanic99%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education100%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students99%
Female99%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic99%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education100%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education100%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Exemplary".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 52% 34%
Hispanic 35% 48%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 4%
Black 6% 14%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 9%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 6%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 5%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 16%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 5%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 37%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 26%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 24%N/A23%
21 or more years 8%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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3839 Canyon Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78259
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Phone: (210) 491-8325

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