School History
The school opened at its present site as Graebner Elementary in September 1932, but was often called the Hoover Street School in the early days because of its location. It also was known as School #37.
Mr. Charles Graebner was a prominent San Antonio businessman of an
old pioneer family, who had shown a lively interest in education and
donated land for educational purposes to SAISD. With the doors of
Graebner opening Mr. Graebner donated shrubs for landscaping the school
grounds. In September of 1945, Graebner came of age and received it's
first full time principal to the enrollment of 500+ children. Since 1945
to present date, seven principals have opened Graebner's doors to the
children of the community.
In 1982, Graebner's 50th anniversary year, the Griffin was chosen as the school's mascot.
Within this time frame, Graebner Elementary has had many face-lifts.
The latest bond enabled Graebner to receive a new wing, housing 16
classrooms and the school library. In addition, the cafeteria was
expanded and a new gym built. A new Pre Kinder wing was built to house 2
units for PreK 3 and 2 units of PreK 4.
Graebner ES was a KEY Initiative School from 1997-2001.
During the 2017-18 and 2018-19 school year, Graebner was announced to be the recipient of the TEA Distinction Designation. Graebner earned a "B" rating for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 school year. Great news for our students, faculty and staff!!
Graebner ES became a Dual-Language school in the 2019-2020 school year.