Serving 771 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sst Alamo ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sst Alamo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sst Alamo's student population of 771 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sst Alamo ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sst Alamo is 0.63, 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
#1870 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
27%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sst Alamo's ranking?
Sst Alamo is ranked #1870 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sst Alamo often compared to?
Sst Alamois often viewed alongside schools like Basis San Antonio- Pri North Central Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sst Alamo?
771 students attend Sst Alamo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sst Alamo students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sst Alamo?
Sst Alamo has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sst Alamo offer ?
Sst Alamo offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sst Alamo part of?
Sst Alamo is part of School Of Science And Technology School District.
In what neighborhood is Sst Alamo located?
Sst Alamo is located in the Uptown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Uptown.
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