Serving 595 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy's student population of 595 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating responsible citizen-scholars for success in the college of their choice and a life of active citizenship.
School Rankings
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy is 0.20, 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
#7475 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy's ranking?
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy is ranked #7475 out of 8,096 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy?
595 students attend Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy?
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy offer ?
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy part of?
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy located?
Democracy Prep At Stewart Academy 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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