Serving 27 students in grades 7-8, Heritage Academy ranks in the top 10% 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heritage Academy's student population of 27 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Academy is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
30%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Academy's ranking?
Heritage Academy is ranked #566 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Heritage Academy?
27 students attend Heritage Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Heritage Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 22% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Academy?
Heritage Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Academy offer ?
Heritage Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Heritage Academy part of?
Heritage Academy is part of Heritage Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Academy located?
Heritage Academy is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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