Below Average
#6701 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hidden Cove Steam Academy
Elementary School · SOUTHWEST ISD
11914 DRAGON LN, San Antonio, TX 78252
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,701 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#311 of 516
public schools
In district
#16 of 18
SOUTHWEST ISD
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Hidden Cove Steam Academy
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About Hidden Cove Steam Academy
Hidden Cove Steam Academy is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTHWEST ISD. Hidden Cove Steam Academy serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hidden Cove Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,701 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hidden Cove Steam Academy show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Hidden Cove Steam Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hidden Cove Steam Academy — Students at Hidden Cove Steam Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.3/10.
How Hidden Cove Steam Academy Compares
See how Hidden Cove Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11914 DRAGON LN, San Antonio, TX 78252
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hidden Cove Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SKY HARBOUR EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LACKLAND EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTHWEST LEGACY H S San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| MIGUEL CARRILLO JR EL San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 2.6 |
| PALO ALTO EL San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 3.1 |
| BOB HOPE EL San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| JUDITH A RESNIK MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78252 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,635
Median Home Value
$242,000
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
18,256
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hidden Cove Steam Academy
What grades does Hidden Cove Steam Academy serve?
Hidden Cove Steam Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hidden Cove Steam Academy?
Hidden Cove Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hidden Cove Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hidden Cove Steam Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hidden Cove Steam Academy rank in TX?
Hidden Cove Steam Academy ranks #6,701 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hidden Cove Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hidden Cove Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Hidden Cove Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hidden Cove Steam Academy has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hidden Cove Steam Academy a charter school?
No, Hidden Cove Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hidden Cove Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, Hidden Cove Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hidden Cove Steam Academy?
94.5% of students at Hidden Cove Steam 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (210) 623-6220
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHWEST ISD- District Enrollment
- 14,202
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,119
- District Rank
- #16 of 18
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