Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sst Schertz ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sst Schertz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sst Schertz's student population of 383 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sst Schertz ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sst Schertz is 0.66, 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
#100 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
37%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sst Schertz's ranking?
Sst Schertz is ranked #100 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sst Schertz?
383 students attend Sst Schertz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sst Schertz students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sst Schertz?
Sst Schertz has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sst Schertz offer ?
Sst Schertz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sst Schertz part of?
Sst Schertz is part of School Of Science And Technology School District.
In what neighborhood is Sst Schertz located?
Sst Schertz is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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