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#6514 of 8,552 schools in TX

Memorial H S

High School · EDGEWOOD ISD

1227 MEMORIAL ST, San Antonio, TX 78228

Enrollment

846

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,514 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#293 of 516

public schools

In district

#8 of 23

EDGEWOOD ISD

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Memorial H S

4.9/10

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

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About Memorial H S

Memorial H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Memorial H S serves approximately 846 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,514 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial H S show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Memorial H S 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.

74% of students at Memorial 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation23.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,407
Chronic Absenteeism73.5%

Memorial H S — Students at Memorial H S score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 46.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Memorial H S Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in TX
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
73.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
23.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·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

1227 MEMORIAL ST, San Antonio, TX 78228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BURLESON CENTER (rated 5.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio 0.7 mi 3.5
ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio 0.7 mi 1.9
GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio 0.7 mi 4.9
LOMA PARK EL San Antonio 0.7 mi 4.2
CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio 0.7 mi 5.1
HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 2.3
ROY CISNEROS EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.6
MADISON EL San Antonio 1.0 mi 4.3
ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio 1.1 mi 4.9
WOODLAWN HILLS EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 2.4
IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.0
IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.0
KIPP CAMINO ACADEMY San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.2
KIPP UN MUNDO PRI San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.5
BURLESON CENTER San Antonio 1.5 mi 5.2
STAFFORD EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 2.3
FENWICK ACADEMY San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.9
STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio 1.6 mi 3.3
BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY San Antonio 1.6 mi 2.1
ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,865

Median Home Value

$164,700

Median Rent

$1,004/mo

Population

55,474

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

25.1%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial H S

What grades does Memorial H S serve?

Memorial H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Memorial H S?

Memorial H S has an enrollment of approximately 846 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial H S is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Memorial H S rank in TX?

Memorial H S ranks #6,514 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Memorial H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Memorial H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial H S has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Memorial H S a charter school?

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

Is Memorial H S a Title I school?

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

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

93.5% of students at Memorial 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
73.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

EDGEWOOD ISD
District Enrollment
7,930
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,407
District Rank
#8 of 23

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