Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sst Northwest 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 83% 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: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sst Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sst Northwest's student population of 737 students has grown by 352% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 380% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Sst Northwest ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sst Northwest is 0.70, 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
#1781 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Sst Northwest's ranking?
Sst Northwest is ranked #1781 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sst Northwest?
737 students attend Sst Northwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sst Northwest students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sst Northwest?
Sst Northwest has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sst Northwest offer ?
Sst Northwest offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sst Northwest part of?
Sst Northwest is part of School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District.
In what neighborhood is Sst Northwest located?
Sst Northwest 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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