Average
#493 of 883 private schools in TX
Advent Ridge Academy
School
1523 OLD RANCH RD 12, San Marcos, TX 78666
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#493 of 883
In San Marcos
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Advent Ridge Academy
Advent Ridge Academy is a private school in San Marcos, TX. Advent Ridge Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Advent Ridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #493 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Advent Ridge Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Advent Ridge Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Advent Ridge Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Advent Ridge Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in San Marcos, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Advent Ridge Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| CROCKETT EL | 7.1 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY | 6.7 |
| HERNANDEZ EL | 6.7 |
| TRAVIS EL | 3.1 |
| MILLER MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| MENDEZ EL | 4.7 |
| BONHAM PRE-K SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE | 3.8 |
| DEZAVALA EL | 3.7 |
| HAYS INSPIRE ACADEMY | — |
| SAN MARCOS H S | 3.4 |
| BOWIE EL | 3.2 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL | 7.6 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL | 8.6 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS | 2.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1523 OLD RANCH RD 12, San Marcos, TX 78666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Advent Ridge Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SAN MARCOS BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KI CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROCKETT EL San Marcos | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| WONDERLAND SCHOOL San Marcos | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HERNANDEZ EL San Marcos | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| TRAVIS EL San Marcos | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| MILLER MIDDLE San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MENDEZ EL San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BONHAM PRE-K SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| SAN MARCOS BAPTIST ACADEMY San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE San Marcos | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| DEZAVALA EL San Marcos | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| PALOMA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Marcos | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
| HAYS INSPIRE ACADEMY San Marcos | 4.3 mi | — |
| SAN MARCOS H S San Marcos | 5.0 mi | 3.4 |
| BOWIE EL San Marcos | 5.2 mi | 3.2 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTHWEST TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL San Marcos | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL San Marcos | 6.4 mi | 8.6 |
| LAURA B WALLACE MIDDLE Kyle | 8.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,478
Median Home Value
$271,900
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
87,775
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
38.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
27
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| PINNACLE MONTESSORI San Antonio, TX | 6.2 |
| STEPHENVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stephenville, TX | 6.2 |
| THE SAINT TIMOTHY SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 6.2 |
| ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alpine, TX | 6.3 |
| CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING Tomball, TX | 6.3 |
| KILLEEN ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Killeen, TX | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Advent Ridge Academy
What grades does Advent Ridge Academy serve?
Advent Ridge Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Advent Ridge Academy?
Advent Ridge Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Advent Ridge Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Advent Ridge Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Advent Ridge Academy rank in TX?
Advent Ridge Academy ranks #493 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Advent Ridge Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Advent Ridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Advent Ridge Academy a private school?
Yes, Advent Ridge Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Advent Ridge Academy a religious school?
Advent Ridge Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hays County
- Phone
- (512) 392-9475
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