Top Rankings
School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public charter schools serving 5,644 students in School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District. This district's average charter testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public charter schools in Texas.
Public Charter Schools in School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (TX)
# Schools
7 Schools
1,048 Schools
# Students
5,644 Students
467,375 Students
# Teachers
426 Teachers
28,924 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
District Rank
School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District, which is ranked #374 of all 1,201 school districts in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90% has increased from 80% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#368 out of 1204 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.64
0.56
# American Indian Students
10 Students
1,198 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
393 Students
22,102 Students
% Asian Students
7%
5%
# Hispanic Students
3,086 Students
296,579 Students
% Hispanic Students
55%
64%
# Black Students
1,234 Students
79,651 Students
% Black Students
22%
17%
# White Students
756 Students
57,456 Students
% White Students
13%
12%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
461 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
161 Students
9,928 Students
% of Two or more races Students
3%
2%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
296
23,476
# Students in K Grade:
664
36,103
# Students in 1st Grade:
647
37,900
# Students in 2nd Grade:
650
37,394
# Students in 3rd Grade:
563
36,139
# Students in 4th Grade:
499
34,516
# Students in 5th Grade:
584
33,794
# Students in 6th Grade:
600
40,680
# Students in 7th Grade:
437
40,638
# Students in 8th Grade:
316
39,010
# Students in 9th Grade:
134
33,093
# Students in 10th Grade:
144
29,185
# Students in 11th Grade:
58
24,150
# Students in 12th Grade:
52
21,297
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $9,188 in this school district is less than the state median of $13,417. The school district revenue/student has declined by 67% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $7,753 is less than the state median of $14,148. The school district spending/student has declined by 24% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$52 MM
$74,029 MM
Spending
$44 MM
$78,063 MM
Revenue / Student
$9,188
$13,417
Spending / Student
$7,753
$14,148
Best School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sst Advancement
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12801 Brant Rock Dr
San Antonio, TX 78238
(832) 288-2523
San Antonio, TX 78238
(832) 288-2523
Grades: PK-8
| 643 students
Rank: #22.
Sst Sugarland
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10007 Clodine Rd
San Antonio, TX 78228
(281) 277-7923
San Antonio, TX 78228
(281) 277-7923
Grades: PK-8
| 774 students
Rank: #33.
Sst Hill Country
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9202 W Loop 1604 N
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 688-9758
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 688-9758
Grades: PK-10
| 689 students
Rank: #44.
Sst Northwest
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12042 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 688-9990
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 688-9990
Grades: PK-8
| 782 students
Rank: #55.
Sst Corpus Christi
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6633 Evans Rd
San Antonio, TX 78238
(361) 225-0044
San Antonio, TX 78238
(361) 225-0044
Grades: PK-12
| 2,215 students
Rank: #66.
Sst Discovery
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5707 Bandera Rd
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 543-1111
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 543-1111
Grades: PK-8
| 530 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sst Online Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
4410 David Edwards Dr
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 957-1955
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 957-1955
Grades: 5-6
| 11 students
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
