Needs Improvement
#7867 of 8,552 schools in TX
Highlands H S
High School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
3118 ELGIN AVE, San Antonio, TX 78210
Enrollment
1,495
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,495
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,867 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#407 of 516
public schools
In district
#60 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Highlands H S
Highlands H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Highlands H S serves approximately 1,495 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,867 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands H S show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
84% of students at Highlands H S 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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Highlands H S — Students at Highlands H S score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 4.6/10.
How Highlands H S Compares
See how Highlands H S 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
3118 ELGIN AVE, San Antonio, TX 78210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST PHILIP'S COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE H S WITH SAISD (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 4.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND HILLS EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP AT STEWART ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| STEELE MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MURIEL FORBES EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| DORIE MILLER EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| IDEA EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA EASTSIDE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| GATES EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| SMITH EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| EDGAR ALLAN POE STEM DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| ST PHILIP'S COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE H S WITH SAISD San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHENCK EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| HOT WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| FOSTER EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| CHARLES C BALL EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| PECAN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,990
Median Home Value
$172,700
Median Rent
$1,119/mo
Population
34,740
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JUSTIN F KIMBALL H S Dallas, TX | 3.7 |
| H M KING H S Kingsville, TX | 3.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY H S San Antonio, TX | 3.8 |
| TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin, TX | 3.8 |
| EASTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth, TX | 3.6 |
| O D WYATT H S Fort Worth, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands H S
What grades does Highlands H S serve?
Highlands H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Highlands H S?
Highlands H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands H S is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands H S rank in TX?
Highlands H S ranks #7,867 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Highlands H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Highlands H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands H S has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands H S a charter school?
No, Highlands H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands H S a Title I school?
No, Highlands H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands H S?
91.8% of students at Highlands 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 105
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.2%
- Phone
- (210) 438-6800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #60 of 94
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