Very Good
#2573 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
O'connor H S
High School · NORTHSIDE ISD
12221 LESLIE RD, Helotes, TX 78023
Enrollment
2,586
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,586
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,573 of 8,552
In Helotes
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#17 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About O'connor H S
O'connor H S is a public high school in Helotes, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. O'connor H S serves approximately 2,586 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. O'connor H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,573 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for O'connor H S show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
O'connor H S is a large school: 2,586 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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O'connor H S — Students at O'connor H S score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
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: 8.8/10.
How O'connor H S Compares
See how O'connor 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
12221 LESLIE RD, Helotes, TX 78023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'connor H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HELOTES EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Helotes, see our Helotes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KUENTZ EL Helotes | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE HELOTES Helotes | 0.5 mi | — |
| HELOTES EL Helotes | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| GREAT HEARTS INVICTUS Helotes | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MARVELOUSLY MADE - THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Helotes | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| KRUEGER EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SCENIC HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| STEUBING EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| NICHOLS EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| STINSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BEARD EL Helotes | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WANKE EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| FIELDS EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| BRANDEIS H S San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| LOS REYES EL Helotes | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| SCOBEE EL San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,701
Median Home Value
$393,800
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
28,585
College Educated
56.2%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.2
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| ANDERSON H S Austin, TX | 7.4 |
| JOHN B ALEXANDER H S Laredo, TX | 7.4 |
| KINGWOOD H S Kingwood, TX | 7.4 |
| LEANDER H S Leander, TX | 7.4 |
| LONE STAR H S Frisco, TX | 7.4 |
| RICHARDSON H S Richardson, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'connor H S
What grades does O'connor H S serve?
O'connor H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend O'connor H S?
O'connor H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'connor H S?
The student-teacher ratio at O'connor H S is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'connor H S rank in TX?
O'connor H S ranks #2,573 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is O'connor H S's MySchoolScout rating?
O'connor H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 O'connor H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O'connor H S has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is O'connor H S a charter school?
No, O'connor H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'connor H S a Title I school?
No, O'connor H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'connor H S?
25.1% of students at O'connor 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
- 2,586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 153
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (210) 397-4800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #17 of 122
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