Serving 142 students in grades 6-12, Southwest Preparatory School-northwest ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest's student population of 142 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is 0.22, 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
#7668 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Preparatory School-northwest's ranking?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is ranked #7668 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Preparatory School-northwest?
The graduation rate of Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is 60-69%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Southwest Preparatory School-northwest?
142 students attend Southwest Preparatory School-northwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Southwest Preparatory School-northwest students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Preparatory School-northwest?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Preparatory School-northwest offer ?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Southwest Preparatory School-northwest part of?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is part of Southwest Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Preparatory School-northwest located?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is located in the Inner West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in Inner West Side.
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