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#453 of 883 private schools in TX
Northwest Hills Christian School
Elementary School
8511 HEATH CIR DR, San Antonio, TX 78250
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#453 of 883
In San Antonio
#27 of 53
public schools
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About Northwest Hills Christian School
Northwest Hills Christian School is a private elementary school in San Antonio, TX. Northwest Hills Christian School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Hills Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #453 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Northwest Hills Christian School 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.
Northwest Hills Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Northwest Hills Christian School compares to 469 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwest Hills Christian School (this school) | 6.4 |
| ELROD EL | 4.7 |
| CONNALLY MIDDLE | 5.4 |
| SECOND CHANCE ACADEMY | — |
| TIMBERWILDE EL | 5.6 |
| DRIGGERS EL | 3.3 |
| LEON VALLEY EL | 4.4 |
| FERNANDEZ EL | 5.2 |
| MYERS EL | 5.1 |
| CARSON EL | 6.4 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE | 5.3 |
| CARLOS COON EL | 2.6 |
| ZACHRY MIDDLE | 4.0 |
| RABA EL | 8.2 |
| BRAUN STATION EL | 7.7 |
| KNOWLTON EL | 3.2 |
| IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.2 |
| IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW ACADEMY | 5.0 |
| NORTHWEST CROSSING EL | 4.1 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE | 6.0 |
| NISD PKSA | 3.1 |
Showing 20 of 469 schools. View all schools in San Antonio
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8511 HEATH CIR DR, San Antonio, TX 78250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Hills Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RABA EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRAUN STATION EL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARSON EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELROD EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SECOND CHANCE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | — |
| CONNALLY MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TIMBERWILDE EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LEON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| DRIGGERS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| LEON VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MYERS EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FERNANDEZ EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CARSON EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CARLOS COON EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| MARSHALL H S San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| RABA EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ZACHRY MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| WARREN H S San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM Lewisville | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| KNOWLTON EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,289
Median Home Value
$221,900
Median Rent
$1,470/mo
Population
57,849
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
35.4
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| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harlingen, TX | 6.4 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston, TX | 6.4 |
| DEPORT EL Deport, TX | 6.4 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston, TX | 6.4 |
| LEVERETTS CHAPEL EL Laird Hill, TX | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP ACADEMY Corpus Christi, TX | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Hills Christian School
What grades does Northwest Hills Christian School serve?
Northwest Hills Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Northwest Hills Christian School?
Northwest Hills Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Hills Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Hills Christian School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northwest Hills Christian School rank in TX?
Northwest Hills Christian School ranks #453 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Northwest Hills Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Hills Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwest Hills Christian School a private school?
Yes, Northwest Hills Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Northwest Hills Christian School a religious school?
Northwest Hills Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 522-1102
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