Serving 1,047 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Advanced Learning Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Advanced Learning Academy's student population of 1,047 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Advanced Learning Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Advanced Learning Academy is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3698 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
17%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advanced Learning Academy's ranking?
Advanced Learning Academy is ranked #3698 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Advanced Learning Academy often compared to?
Advanced Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Young Women's Leadership Academy, Sst Alamo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Advanced Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Advanced Learning Academy is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Advanced Learning Academy?
1,047 students attend Advanced Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Advanced Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Advanced Learning Academy?
Advanced Learning Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Advanced Learning Academy offer ?
Advanced Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Advanced Learning Academy part of?
Advanced Learning Academy is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Advanced Learning Academy located?
Advanced Learning Academy is located in the Five Points neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Points.
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