Very Good
#2301 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 27% in state
Heritage Academy of Windcrest
Elementary School · HERITAGE ACADEMY
8750 FOURWINDS DR, Windcrest, TX 78239
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,301 of 8,552
In Windcrest
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HERITAGE ACADEMY
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Heritage Academy of Windcrest
Heritage Academy of Windcrest is a public elementary school in Windcrest, TX, part of HERITAGE ACADEMY. Heritage Academy of Windcrest serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Academy of Windcrest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,301 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Academy of Windcrest show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
What's said publicly about Heritage Academy of Windcrest
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- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Heritage Academy of Windcrest 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.
Test scores at Heritage Academy of Windcrest sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Heritage Academy of Windcrest is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Academy of Windcrest — Students at Heritage Academy of Windcrest score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 9.4/10.
How Heritage Academy of Windcrest Compares
See how Heritage Academy of Windcrest performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8750 FOURWINDS DR, Windcrest, TX 78239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Academy of Windcrest may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST ALAMO (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a very similar rating. Another option is CAMELOT EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Windcrest, see our Windcrest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Windcrest | 0.0 mi | — |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest | 0.0 mi | — |
| COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY Windcrest | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| WINDCREST EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ROOSEVELT H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WALZEM EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WHITE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CLEAR SPRING EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CAMELOT EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SERNA EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SST SA COLLEGE PREP H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SST ALAMO San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ROYAL RIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST TERRELL HILLS EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EL DORADO EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ACADEMY OF CREATIVE ED San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
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
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|---|---|
| CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE Galveston, TX | 7.5 |
| FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland, TX | 7.5 |
| GARWOOD EL Altair, TX | 7.5 |
| YORKSHIRE ACADEMY Houston, TX | 7.5 |
| BAKER EL Canadian, TX | 7.6 |
| BIOMEDICAL PREPARATORY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN Dallas, TX | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Academy of Windcrest
What grades does Heritage Academy of Windcrest serve?
Heritage Academy of Windcrest serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Academy of Windcrest?
Heritage Academy of Windcrest has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy of Windcrest?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy of Windcrest is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Academy of Windcrest rank in TX?
Heritage Academy of Windcrest ranks #2,301 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Heritage Academy of Windcrest's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Academy of Windcrest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Heritage Academy of Windcrest?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Academy of Windcrest has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Heritage Academy of Windcrest a charter school?
Yes, Heritage Academy of Windcrest is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Heritage Academy of Windcrest a Title I school?
No, Heritage Academy of Windcrest is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Academy of Windcrest?
99.1% of students at Heritage Academy of Windcrest qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (210) 354-7753
Resources & Links
District
HERITAGE ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 574
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,948
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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