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#824 of 884 private schools in TX

Blessed Hope Academy

High School

3355 CHERRY RIDGE DR STE 200A, San Antonio, TX 78230

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Antonio

#51 of 53

public schools

Texas high schools

#83 of 91

About Blessed Hope Academy

Blessed Hope Academy is a small high school in San Antonio, Texas, serving just 41 students in grades 9 through 12. This intimate learning environment provides an exceptional student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1 with 4 full-time equivalent teachers, ensuring personalized attention for each student. The school has earned recognition for its quality, receiving a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranking #412 out of 884 high schools statewide, placing it in the 54th percentile among Texas schools.

This solid performance reflects the school's commitment to student success within its close-knit academic community. Located on Cherry Ridge Drive, Blessed Hope Academy serves a well-educated neighborhood where nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding ZIP code 78230 has a median household income of $69,171 and median home values of $317,000, with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.3% among its 42,387 residents.

The school's small size allows for individualized instruction and strong relationships between students and faculty. Blessed Hope Academy operates as a regular public school within San Antonio's diverse educational landscape, providing families with an alternative to larger traditional high schools while maintaining academic standards that have earned statewide recognition.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 41 students, Blessed Hope Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Blessed Hope Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2022 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$2,228
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$1,616
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.73x — At Risk
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$21,897

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 41 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Blessed Hope Academy compares to 143 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
41
This School
vs
856
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 48.8% vs 0%
Black 2.4% vs 0%
Blessed Hope Academy San Antonio Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Blessed Hope Academy (this school) 4.4
KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE 8.9
SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE 3.7
UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT 5.5
REDDIX CENTER 6.6
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA 8.8
LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S 6.4
HOLMGREEN CENTER 6.6
DAEP AT HOLMGREEN
HEALTH CAREERS H S 7.7
LEGACY TRADITIONAL- BASSE SECONDARY 5.1
JEFFERSON H S 8.3
ALTER H S 7.3
GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS 5.2
CHURCHILL H S 7.9
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 7.1
EDISON H S 6.6
RISE INSPIRE ACADEMY
CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY 8.0
IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY 8.2
MARSHALL H S 6.5

Showing 20 of 143 schools. View all schools in San Antonio

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 41
View data sources

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)

White 48.8%
Hispanic 48.8%
Black 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3355 CHERRY RIDGE DR STE 200A, San Antonio, TX 78230

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blessed Hope Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASTLE HILLS EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JACKSON-KELLER EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DELLVIEW EL San Antonio 0.6 mi 5.3
ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 0.7 mi 6.2
COLONIAL HILLS EL San Antonio 0.8 mi 7.0
MEAD EL San Antonio 0.8 mi 4.5
KIPP SOMOS PRI San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.9
KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE San Antonio 1.0 mi 8.9
JACKSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.0 mi 5.3
SOMERSET ACADEMY COLLEGIATE San Antonio 1.2 mi 3.7
COLONIAL HILLS UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL San Antonio 1.4 mi
COMPASS ROSE DREAM San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.6
ARNOLD EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 4.6
PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.6
COLONIES NORTH EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 6.8
BASKIN EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 3.5
UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL San Antonio 1.7 mi
STEPPING STONES ACADEMY Boerne 1.9 mi
JACKSON-KELLER EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 8.3
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 2.1 mi 4.7
CASTLE HILLS EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,564

Median Home Value

$355,400

Median Rent

$1,289/mo

Population

42,070

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

49.5%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

39

Community Profile

The community surrounding Blessed Hope Academy has a median household income of $71,564. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $355,400, with a median rent of $1,289/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX 4.5
ADVANCED PREPARATORY INTERNATIONAL Dallas, TX 4.3
GREENVILLE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM Greenville, TX 4.3
GEORGETOWN ALTER PROG Georgetown, TX 4.6
COMAL ACADEMY New Braunfels, TX 4.2
ROUGHRIDER ACADEMY Center, TX 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blessed Hope Academy

What grades does Blessed Hope Academy serve?

Blessed Hope Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Blessed Hope Academy?

Blessed Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blessed Hope Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Blessed Hope Academy is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Blessed Hope Academy rank in TX?

Blessed Hope Academy is ranked #824 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is Blessed Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Blessed Hope Academy has a composite rating of 4.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Blessed Hope Academy a private school?

Yes, Blessed Hope Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Blessed Hope Academy a religious school?

Blessed Hope Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,229/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
BEXAR
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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