Serving 156 students in grades 5-10, San Antonio Preparatory 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-10
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Antonio Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
San Antonio Preparatory's student population of 156 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-10
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Antonio Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Antonio Preparatory is 0.53, 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
#7378 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
63%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Antonio Preparatory's ranking?
San Antonio Preparatory is ranked #7378 out of 8,188 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Antonio Preparatory?
156 students attend San Antonio Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of San Antonio Preparatory students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Antonio Preparatory?
San Antonio Preparatory has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Antonio Preparatory offer ?
San Antonio Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 5-10
What school district is San Antonio Preparatory part of?
San Antonio Preparatory is part of San Antonio Preparatory Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is San Antonio Preparatory located?
San Antonio Preparatory is located in the Sunrise neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunrise.
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