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Heritage Academy
Middle School · HERITAGE ACADEMY
8750 FOURWINDS DR, Windcrest, TX 78239
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Heritage Academy
Heritage Academy is a public middle school in Windcrest, TX, part of the HERITAGE ACADEMY. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1. Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,455, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Heritage 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1, Heritage Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Heritage Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Address
- 8750 FOURWINDS DR, Windcrest, TX 78239
- Website
- heritageacademy.net
- Phone
- (210) 354-7753
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 54.5% (2019) to 44.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 54.5% (2019) to 44.5% (2021).
Location
8750 FOURWINDS DR, Windcrest, TX 78239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KRUEGER MIDDLE (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Antonio). Another option is WHITE MIDDLE (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Antonio). Additionally, BASIS SAN ANTONIO - NORTHEAST CAMPUS (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby San Antonio). For more schools in Windcrest, see our Windcrest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST Windcrest | 0.0 mi | 9.3 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest | 0.0 mi | — |
| COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY Windcrest | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| WINDCREST EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ROOSEVELT H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| WALZEM EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WHITE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CLEAR SPRING EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CAMELOT EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SERNA EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| SST SA COLLEGE PREP H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SST ALAMO San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| ROYAL RIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| EAST TERRELL HILLS EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EL DORADO EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ACADEMY OF CREATIVE ED San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,455
Median Home Value
$215,600
Median Rent
$1,401/mo
Population
29,855
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
36
Community Profile
The community surrounding Heritage Academy has a median household income of $71,455. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,600, with a median rent of $1,401/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACCELERATED INT CHARTER SCHOOL Houston, TX | — |
| ACTON IMPRIMIS LAKE TRAVIS Spicewood, TX | — |
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio, TX | — |
| HAC DAEP MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | — |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest, TX | — |
| OLYMPIA HILLS Buda, TX | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Academy
What grades does Heritage Academy serve?
Heritage Academy serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Heritage Academy?
Heritage Academy has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Heritage Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heritage Academy has 49.5% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Heritage Academy a charter school?
Yes, Heritage Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Heritage Academy a Title I school?
No, Heritage Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Academy?
96.4% of students at Heritage Academy 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
- City Safety
- High (11,550/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Windcrest). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 354-7753
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HERITAGE ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 574
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,948
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