Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, Sst Hill Country ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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-10
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sst Hill Country ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sst Hill Country's student population of 689 students has grown by 170% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 216% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sst Hill Country ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sst Hill Country is 0.58, 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
#1594 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
22%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sst Hill Country's ranking?
Sst Hill Country is ranked #1594 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sst Hill Country often compared to?
Sst Hill Countryis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Oaks, Basis San Antonio Pri - Northeast Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sst Hill Country?
689 students attend Sst Hill Country.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sst Hill Country students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sst Hill Country?
Sst Hill Country has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sst Hill Country offer ?
Sst Hill Country offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-10
What school district is Sst Hill Country part of?
Sst Hill Country is part of School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District.
In what neighborhood is Sst Hill Country located?
Sst Hill Country is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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