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#819 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 10% in state

Health Careers H S

High School · NORTHSIDE ISD

4646 HAMILTON WOLFE, San Antonio, TX 78229

Enrollment

921

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#819 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#19 of 516

public schools

In district

#3 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

High School in San Antonio · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Health Careers H S

Health Careers H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Health Careers H S serves approximately 921 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Health Careers H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #819 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Health Careers H S show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 99% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency100% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+26.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+45.7 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+23.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation67.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism4.8%

Health Careers H S — Students at Health Careers H S score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 93.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 99.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
99.5%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
99.5%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
98%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
98%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
100%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Health Careers H S Compares

See how Health Careers H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
90th percentile in TX
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
67.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4646 HAMILTON WOLFE, San Antonio, TX 78229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Health Careers H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HOLMGREEN CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio 0.1 mi 7.9
DAEP AT HOLMGREEN San Antonio 0.1 mi
REDDIX CENTER San Antonio 0.2 mi 5.6
THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 0.2 mi 8.1
MONTESSORI SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL San Antonio 0.3 mi
BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS San Antonio 0.7 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Antonio 0.9 mi
MCDERMOTT EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 2.5
MEAD EL San Antonio 1.2 mi 3.1
SUBURBAN SCHOOL San Antonio 1.3 mi
RHODES EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 2.8
GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS San Antonio 1.7 mi 5.4
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio 1.7 mi 7.9
GLENOAKS EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 3.8
COLONIES NORTH EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 3.8
OAK HILLS TERRACE EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 2.9
HOWSMAN EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 3.6
SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS San Antonio 1.8 mi 7.9
UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.6
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 1.9 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,718

Median Home Value

$206,400

Median Rent

$1,234/mo

Population

35,195

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

13.4%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

22.9%

Median Age

29.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Health Careers H S

What grades does Health Careers H S serve?

Health Careers H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Health Careers H S?

Health Careers H S has an enrollment of approximately 921 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Health Careers H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Health Careers H S is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Health Careers H S rank in TX?

Health Careers H S ranks #819 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Health Careers H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Health Careers H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Health Careers H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Health Careers H S has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 99% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Health Careers H S a charter school?

No, Health Careers H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Health Careers H S a Title I school?

No, Health Careers H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Health Careers H S?

26.7% of students at Health Careers H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
921
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

NORTHSIDE ISD
District Enrollment
101,095
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,632
District Rank
#3 of 122

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