Candlewood Elementary

Summary:

Candlewood Elementary is a public elementary school in San Antonio, Texas, serving 519 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Judson Independent School District, which is ranked 770 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Candlewood Elementary faces significant challenges, with a student population that is predominantly Hispanic (58.96%) and African American (30.64%), and a very high percentage (over 89%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. The school consistently ranks in the bottom 10% of Texas elementary schools, with 0 out of 5 SchoolDigger stars, and its STAAR test scores are significantly lower than the district and state averages across all grade levels and subjects. Despite spending around $8,889 per student, which is slightly higher than the district average, the school's academic performance remains persistently low.

In comparison, nearby schools like Mary Lou Hartman and Escondido Elementary, which are also part of the Judson Independent School District, generally perform better academically than Candlewood Elementary. This suggests that factors beyond just district-level policies may be contributing to the challenges faced by Candlewood Elementary, and that addressing the school's persistent low performance will likely require a comprehensive, targeted approach that takes into account the unique needs of its student population.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 3635 Candleglen
       San Antonio, TX  78244-0249


(210) 662-1060

District: Judson Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
4525th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,889 Help


Students who attend Candlewood Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Henry Metzger Middle
High:    Karen Wagner High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.7 Help
Number of students:  470

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
61.1%
African American:
28.7%
White:
7.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  80% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Candlewood Elementary ranks worse than 96.8% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks last among 20 ranked elementary schools in the Judson Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 9.18. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (61.1%), African American (28.7%), White (7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 80% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Candlewood Elementary is 14.7, which is the 9th best among 20 elementary schools in the Judson Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Candlewood Elementary is $8,889. 11 elementary schools in the Judson Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Candlewood Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Candlewood Elementary 4525th of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Candlewood Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Judson Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Judson Independent School District (Isd) 770th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Candlewood Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 20.81 3152nd 3465 9.0%
2005 31.03 2828th 3475 18.6%
2006 20.36 3149th 3476 9.4%
2007 20.04 3392nd 3724 8.9%
2008 11.34 3630th 3768 3.7%
2009 9.87 3772nd 3884 2.9%
2010 19.82 3606th 3937 8.4%
2011 18.15 3786th 4095 7.5%
2012 29.89 3432nd 4206 18.4%
2013 31.25 3349th 4221 20.7%
2014 25.99 3581st 4260 15.9%
2015 23.57 3629th 4320 16.0%
2016 18.37 3804th 4286 11.2%
2017 14.28 4038th 4329 6.7%
2018 13.54 4125th 4359 5.4%
2019 14.83 4155th 4479 7.2%
2021 14.00 4279th 4578 6.5%
2022 9.28 4437th 4581 3.1%
2023 7.21 4542nd 4647 2.3%
2024 9.18 4525th 4675 3.2%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.38 1277th 3226 60.4%
2019 40.97 2064th 3333 38.1%
2021 19.32 3229th 3446 6.3%
2022 8.81 3456th 3487 0.9%
2023 10.24 3488th 3556 1.9%
2024 32.01 2653rd 3638 27.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 21.57 3233rd 3558 9.1%
2019 29.27 2884th 3684 21.7%
2021 23.15 3309th 3799 12.9%
2022 22.86 3514th 3952 11.1%
2023 26.67 3363rd 4086 17.7%
2024 39.11 2635th 4261 38.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.94 4014th 4264 5.9%
2019 19.42 3986th 4309 7.5%
2021 18.87 4090th 4451 8.1%
2022 13.13 4304th 4477 3.9%
2023 8.06 4444th 4521 1.7%
2024 13.08 4389th 4560 3.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.44 3997th 4306 7.2%
2019 15.97 4050th 4348 6.9%
2021 17.26 4061st 4499 9.7%
2022 12.57 4344th 4561 4.8%
2023 7.39 4521st 4588 1.5%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 56.63 1668th 3106 46.3%
2019 52.83 1911th 3184 40.0%
2021 7.51 2888th 3006 3.9%
2022 41.38 2176th 2958 26.4%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 26.03 3616th 4240 14.7%
2019 22.05 3867th 4295 10.0%
2021 23.33 3831st 4331 11.5%
2022 23.57 3870th 4461 13.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 15.47 4040th 4319 6.5%
2019 16.34 4023rd 4357 7.7%
2021 14.24 4223rd 4498 6.1%
2022 9.26 4440th 4563 2.7%
2023 10.89 4393rd 4585 4.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 12.17 2438th 2483 1.8%
2019 14.29 2435th 2515 3.2%
2021 29.10 1902nd 2444 22.2%
2022 22.36 2134th 2421 11.9%
2023 16.76 2290th 2443 6.3%
2024 19.64 2189th 2421 9.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 21.98 3706th 4168 11.1%
2019 20.16 3817th 4188 8.9%
2021 15.94 4103rd 4329 5.2%
2022 9.34 4314th 4376 1.4%
2023 9.94 4303rd 4401 2.2%
2024 12.53 4259th 4431 3.9%
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Rank History for White students at Candlewood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 24.25 2633rd 3127 15.8%
2019 35.48 2235th 3142 28.9%
2022 28.25 2482nd 3082 19.5%
2023 4.93 3061st 3106 1.4%
2024 17.45 2790th 3078 9.4%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Reviews:
by a student
Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Open Quote Candlewood sucked, I was put in alterternative school just because I called one of my class mates two names. It was awful, however when I see it I get a bit nastolgic, thats why I'm rating this two stars! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Candlewood Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1990 296 172 19 280 3 n/a n/a 0 770
1991 322 240 20 335 1 n/a n/a 0 918
1992 284 269 22 388 2 n/a n/a 0 965
1993 329 307 27 467 2 n/a n/a 0 1132
1994 342 349 31 467 1 n/a n/a 0 1190
1995 217 254 13 419 1 n/a n/a 0 904
1996 217 254 13 419 1 n/a n/a 0 904
1997 182 272 15 452 0 n/a n/a 0 921
1998 157 230 10 436 0 n/a n/a 0 833
1999 150 279 10 490 1 n/a n/a 0 930
2000 133 235 13 509 0 n/a n/a 0 890
2001 98 229 10 572 1 n/a n/a 0 910
2002 66 178 11 605 0 n/a n/a 0 860
2003 66 178 11 605 0 n/a n/a 0 860
2004 80 270 17 310 0 n/a n/a 0 677
2005 59 277 22 349 1 n/a n/a 0 708
2006 62 273 14 345 3 n/a n/a 0 697
2007 68 272 17 370 1 n/a n/a 0 728
2008 81 274 22 419 2 n/a n/a 0 798
2009 76 279 18 402 2 n/a n/a 0 777
2010 51 190 10 381 1 n/a n/a 0 633
2011 50 172 10 377 1 3 5 0 618
2012 37 194 6 453 1 4 6 0 701
2013 47 152 5 433 0 1 6 0 644
2014 43 139 2 455 0 0 3 0 642
2015 53 147 2 459 0 1 8 0 670
2016 55 145 3 433 0 1 2 0 639
2017 49 111 3 428 0 0 5 0 596
2018 57 110 5 428 1 1 6 0 608
2019 47 127 1 436 3 2 11 0 627
2020 46 135 1 457 1 2 15 0 657
2021 32 177 2 380 1 1 11 0 604
2022 30 143 3 326 2 2 18 0 524
2023 34 159 0 306 4 1 15 0 519
2024 33 135 0 287 2 2 11 0 470

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Candlewood Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1990 770 37.0 20.8 n/a
1991 918 37.2 24.6 n/a
1992 965 50.8 18.9 39.1
1993 1132 61.0 18.6 62.4
1994 1190 72.8 16.3 45.1
1995 904 60.2 15.0 57.2
1996 904 60.2 15.0 57.2
1997 921 60.4 15.2 59.9
1998 833 60.5 13.8 54.7
1999 930 61.0 15.2 75.6
2000 890 68.0 13.1 78.3
2001 910 68.7 13.2 81.4
2002 860 60.9 14.1 82.6
2003 860 60.9 14.1 82.6
2004 677 58.0 11.7 82
2005 708 58.0 12.2 85.2
2006 697 55.9 12.5 82.6
2007 728 48.7 14.9 81.3
2008 798 54.8 14.6 75.1
2009 777 54.5 14.2 78.4
2010 633 44.8 14.1 87
2011 618 44.5 13.8 84.6
2012 701 41.3 16.9 87.2
2013 644 34.2 18.7 88.2
2014 642 33.9 18.9 92.4
2015 670 50.0 13.4 84.5
2016 639 37.0 17.2 85.9
2017 596 34.8 17.1 82.7
2018 608 44.9 13.5 83.4
2019 627 44.7 14.0 83.9
2020 657 43.4 15.1 91.3
2021 604 40.8 14.7 98.2
2022 524 34.9 14.9 93.5
2023 519 33.8 15.3 89.6
2024 470 31.8 14.7 80

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Candlewood Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1990 770 37.0 20.8 n/a
1991 918 37.2 24.6 n/a
1992 965 50.8 18.9 39.1
1993 1132 61.0 18.6 62.4
1994 1190 72.8 16.3 45.1
1995 904 60.2 15.0 57.2
1996 904 60.2 15.0 57.2
1997 921 60.4 15.2 59.9
1998 833 60.5 13.8 54.7
1999 930 61.0 15.2 75.6
2000 890 68.0 13.1 78.3
2001 910 68.7 13.2 81.4
2002 860 60.9 14.1 82.6
2003 860 60.9 14.1 82.6
2004 677 58.0 11.7 82
2005 708 58.0 12.2 85.2
2006 697 55.9 12.5 82.6
2007 728 48.7 14.9 81.3
2008 798 54.8 14.6 75.1
2009 777 54.5 14.2 78.4
2010 633 44.8 14.1 87
2011 618 44.5 13.8 84.6
2012 701 41.3 16.9 87.2
2013 644 34.2 18.7 88.2
2014 642 33.9 18.9 92.4
2015 670 50.0 13.4 84.5
2016 639 37.0 17.2 85.9
2017 596 34.8 17.1 82.7
2018 608 44.9 13.5 83.4
2019 627 44.7 14.0 83.9
2020 657 43.4 15.1 91.3
2021 604 40.8 14.7 98.2
2022 524 34.9 14.9 93.5
2023 519 33.8 15.3 89.6
2024 470 31.8 14.7 80

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Candlewood Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,326 (15.2%) $7,390 (84.8%) $8,716
2020 $1,079 (12.8%) $7,344 (87.2%) $8,423
2021 $1,018 (11.5%) $7,871 (88.5%) $8,889

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Candlewood Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 4155th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 4542nd of 4647 Elementary schools
 5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Candlewood Elementary)3121
 10%
   3rd Grade Reading (Judson Independent School District (Isd))4037
 3%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Candlewood Elementary)3221
 11%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Judson Independent School District (Isd))4429
 15%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Candlewood Elementary)1821
 3%
   4th Grade Reading (Judson Independent School District (Isd))3738
 1%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Candlewood Elementary)2617
 9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Judson Independent School District (Isd))4033
 7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
5th Grade Reading (Candlewood Elementary)3223
 9%
   5th Grade Reading (Judson Independent School District (Isd))4547
 2%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Candlewood Elementary)365
 31%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Judson Independent School District (Isd))5135
 16%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Candlewood Elementary)165
 11%
   5th Grade Science (Judson Independent School District (Isd))4022
 18%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students627519
 17.2%
African American127159
 25.2%
American Indian34
 33.3%
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic436306
 29.8%
Pacific Islander21
 50%
White4734
 27.7%
Two or More Races1115
 36.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients83.9%89.6%
 5.7%


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Candlewood Elementary ranks in the bottom 3.2% of Texas elementary schools.

In the 2023-24 school year, 470 students attended Candlewood Elementary.

Students who attend Candlewood Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Henry Metzger Middle
High : Karen Wagner High School

Students at Candlewood Elementary are 61% Hispanic, 29% African American, 7% White, 2% Two or more races.


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