Lackland Isd, TX - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Lackland Isd

Lackland ISD is a small pre-K through 12 district coterminous with Lackland Air Force Base, part of Joint Base San Antonio. It operates under a federal funding structure through Impact Aid rather than local property taxes, which sets it apart from typical Texas school districts. The district serves roughly a thousand students across two active schools: Lackland Elementary and Virginia Allred Stacey Junior/Senior High School.

Reading the academic data shows a district with uneven performance across subjects. English language arts is a relative strength, with students in grades three through eight performing solidly, with a substantial majority meeting or exceeding proficiency benchmarks across those grades. Mathematics tells a different story. Proficiency in math is considerably lower, especially in fourth grade, where fewer than half of students meet the standard. Fifth and seventh grades fare somewhat better, but fourth and sixth grades sit well below the midpoint. The inconsistency across grades suggests students are not building a stable foundation in the subject as they move through elementary and into middle school.

In science, students at grade five struggle markedly, with only about a third proficient. Eighth-grade science shows notably better results, with a solid majority proficient. Social studies at grade eight sits below proficiency for most students, at roughly the midpoint. The overall proficiency index across tested subjects and grades places Lackland in the top quartile among Bexar County's districts, a meaningful position, though this standing partly reflects the strength in English language arts offsetting weaker math and science outcomes at specific grade levels.

One striking finding: the district's chronic absenteeism rate is also in the top quartile for the county, meaning attendance is strong. This is noteworthy because absenteeism often correlates with academic struggle; Lackland's attendance resilience suggests factors beyond simple engagement may be affecting math proficiency.

The district's per-pupil spending sits in the upper range for county districts, considerably higher than median. This reflects the federal funding mechanism and the base population it serves, which typically includes families with stable incomes and benefits through military affiliation.

A parent considering Lackland ISD should note that the district is geographically and operationally tied to an active military installation. The student population reflects that: the enrollment is diverse by race and ethnicity, with substantial representation across white, Hispanic, Black, Asian, and multiracial groups. The relatively small enrollment across the grade span means class sizes are small, which can support individualized attention, but also means fewer course options, clubs, or electives compared to larger districts.

The math proficiency gap, particularly at fourth grade, is worth investigating directly with the district. Fourth-grade mathematics is a critical juncture; students who fall behind at that point often struggle with higher-level math in middle and high school. A parent or prospective resident should ask the district about its math curriculum, intervention programs for students falling below grade level, and any recent changes to math instruction or staffing.

High school results are not available in the testing data because the state assesses only through eighth grade. Graduation rate data was not reported. A parent would want to understand what pathways the junior/senior high school offers, especially for students interested in academic preparation for college or vocational careers, and what support exists for students entering ninth grade who may have gaps from earlier grades.

The district operates in a stable, federally funded context without the property-tax volatility of typical Texas districts, which can provide predictability. However, the small size means fewer specialized services, fewer AP or dual-credit pathways, and less flexibility in course scheduling. This is a place best suited to families seeking a small-school environment with strong attendance norms and who can address academic gaps, particularly in mathematics, either through school support or supplementation.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

1,035

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 28%

Black 14%

White 43%

Asian 2%

Two+ 13%

Am. Indian / AK Native 0%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

61%

65%

Gr 4

57%

55%

Gr 5

71%

68%

Gr 6

44%

72%

Gr 7

73%

68%

Gr 8

50%

68%

Math

Gr 3

50%

48%

Gr 4

43%

31%

Gr 5

57%

50%

Gr 6

22%

45%

Gr 7

43%

51%

Gr 8

56%

52%

Science

Gr 5

43%

34%

Gr 8

33%

63%

Social studies

Gr 8

33%

45%

all_subjects_approaches

Gr ALL

60%

—

all_subjects_masters

Gr ALL

14%

—

all_subjects_meets

Gr ALL

35%

—

ela_approaches

Gr ALL

62%

—

ela_masters

Gr ALL

12%

—

ela_meets

Gr ALL

34%

—

math_approaches

Gr ALL

56%

—

math_masters

Gr ALL

15%

—

math_meets

Gr ALL

34%

—

science_approaches

Gr ALL

54%

—

science_masters

Gr ALL

23%

—

science_meets

Gr ALL

38%

—

social_studies_approaches

Gr ALL

67%

—

social_studies_masters

Gr ALL

15%

—

social_studies_meets

Gr ALL

37%

—

Schools in this District

3 schools are officially reported under this district.

LACKLAND EL

VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S

JJAEP

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

48%

Grade 3

32%

Grade 4

50%

Grade 5

42%

Grade 6

50%

Grade 7

52%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

65%

Grade 3

55%

Grade 4

67%

Grade 5

69%

Grade 6

69%

Grade 7

66%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

34%

Grade 5

61%

Grade 8

Social Studies

1 grade reported

44%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$167,198

Year-over-year change-1.9%

Range across 2 ZIP codes$139K to $167K

vs. state typical0.55x

vs. national typical0.45x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (2 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
78227	San Antonio	$167K	-1.9%	53.5%
78226	San Antonio	$139K	-4.9%	0.0%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,279/mo

Year-over-year change+1.6%

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (1 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
78227	San Antonio	$1,279	+1.6%	53.5%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$844/mo

Home price / national median income2.0x

Annual rent / national median income18.3%

Rent exceeds est. mortgage by$436/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$302,187 (-2.0% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

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Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

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