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Wilshire El

6523 Cascade, San Antonio, TX 78218

Wilshire El

6523 Cascade, San Antonio, TX 78218

About Wilshire El

The address of Wilshire Elementary is 6523 Cascade, San Antonio, Texas 78218. The school has 206 students in prekindergarten through grade 5. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 8:1, teachers can give each student more one-on-one attention and help during lessons. The student population includes about 50% female students and 50% male students. According to state assessment data, 32% of students meet proficiency in math, while 52% meet proficiency in reading. The school is part of the North East Independent School District and is located in a large city. The campus serves families living in nearby neighborhoods, and many students come from surrounding residential areas. Teachers use lessons, practice work, and classroom activities to help students understand concepts and improve over time. Students are guided through each step so they can keep up with their learning. Families in the city often live close to campus, which gives them more options. Many families consider Wilshire Elementary one of the best elementary schools in Texas because of its structured learning approach and supportive classroom environment.

Wilshire El Contact Information

Address

6523 Cascade, San Antonio, TX 78218

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Phone

(210) 407-9400

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 32%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 32% in Math and 52% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
8 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
13
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
206
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1762 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Wilshire El

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM - 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 13.11%
Asian 0.49%
Hispanic 70.39%
Black 11.65%
Two+ Races 3.4%
Native Am. 0%
White
13.11%
Asian
0.49%
Hispanic
70.39%
Black
11.65%
Two+ Races
3.4%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 206
49.51%
102 Female
50.49%
104 Male

Student Population

206 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

206 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

The Wilshire Safety Training Center is now located at Wilshire Elementary School, which means that the school is now helping to keep the community safe in a new way. Local police and district staff will use the facility for training, including emergency response and safety programs. This change lets the district use the building that is already there while still providing important public services. Former staff members have also stayed in the district and taken on new roles that keep the school's legacy alive.

FAQ

Q1. Does Wilshire Elementary provide a supportive learning environment for students?

Ans. Yes, Wilshire Elementary provides a structured and supportive environment where students can learn and grow steadily.

Q2. How does Wilshire Elementary help students improve academically?

Ans. Wilshire Elementary supports students through lessons, practice work, and classroom activities that build understanding over time.

Q3. Can parents stay involved with Wilshire Elementary?

Ans. Yes, Wilshire Elementary encourages parents to stay connected through school events and communication with teachers.

Q4. Does Wilshire Elementary support different learning needs?

Ans. Yes, Wilshire Elementary uses a mix of teaching methods to support students at different learning levels.

Q5. What type of environment does Wilshire Elementary provide?

Ans. Wilshire Elementary provides a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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