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#454 of 883 private schools in TX
Scenic Hills Christian Academy
School
11223 BANDERA RD, San Antonio, TX 78250
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#454 of 883
In San Antonio
#28 of 53
public schools
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About Scenic Hills Christian Academy
Scenic Hills Christian Academy is a private school in San Antonio, TX. Scenic Hills Christian Academy serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Scenic Hills Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Scenic Hills Christian Academy 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.
Scenic Hills Christian Academy 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 Scenic Hills Christian Academy compares to 543 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Scenic Hills Christian Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY | 5.1 |
| STEUBING EL | 7.6 |
| WANKE EL | 4.5 |
| NICHOLS EL | 5.9 |
| SCOBEE EL | 5.9 |
| STINSON MIDDLE | 5.5 |
| BRAUN STATION EL | 7.7 |
| BRANDEIS H S | 7.1 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE | 5.3 |
| SST HILL COUNTRY | 8.2 |
| BRAUCHLE EL | 4.8 |
| CARSON EL | 6.4 |
| KRUEGER EL | 7.0 |
| CARNAHAN EL | 4.3 |
| ALTERNATIVE EL | — |
| BOONE EL | 3.9 |
| RUDDER MIDDLE | 4.5 |
| NORTHWEST CROSSING EL | 4.1 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| THORNTON EL | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 543 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
11223 BANDERA RD, San Antonio, TX 78250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scenic Hills Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HELOTES EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Helotes), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEARD EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Helotes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| STEUBING EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WANKE EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| GREAT HEARTS INVICTUS Helotes | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| NICHOLS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE HELOTES Helotes | 1.2 mi | — |
| STINSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SCOBEE EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KUENTZ EL Helotes | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BRANDEIS H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| O'CONNOR H S Helotes | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| CARSON EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BEARD EL Helotes | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HELOTES EL Helotes | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| KRUEGER EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CARNAHAN EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
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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| FOLLETT SCHOOL Follett, TX | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scenic Hills Christian Academy
What grades does Scenic Hills Christian Academy serve?
Scenic Hills Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Scenic Hills Christian Academy?
Scenic Hills Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scenic Hills Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Scenic Hills Christian Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Scenic Hills Christian Academy rank in TX?
Scenic Hills Christian Academy ranks #454 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Scenic Hills Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Scenic Hills Christian Academy 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 Scenic Hills Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Scenic Hills Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Scenic Hills Christian Academy a religious school?
Scenic Hills Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 523-2312
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