Serving 896 students in grades 9-12, Health Careers High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Health Careers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Health Careers High School's student population of 896 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Health Careers High School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Health Careers High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#82 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Health Careers High School's ranking?
Health Careers High School is ranked #82 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Health Careers High School often compared to?
Health Careers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basis San Antonio- Shavano Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Health Careers High School?
The graduation rate of Health Careers High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Health Careers High School?
896 students attend Health Careers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Health Careers High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Health Careers High School?
Health Careers High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Health Careers High School offer ?
Health Careers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Health Careers High School part of?
Health Careers High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Health Careers High School located?
Health Careers High School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
Challenging curriculum with lots of college-focused elective choices. Teachers with excellent qualifications who really care.
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