Very Good
#85 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 10% of private schools
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School
Elementary School
6914 WURZBACH RD, San Antonio, TX 78240
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#85 of 883
In San Antonio
#7 of 53
public schools
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Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School
Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School is a private elementary school in San Antonio, TX. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 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 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School compares to 469 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School (this school) | 7.9 |
| GLENOAKS EL | 3.8 |
| OAK HILLS TERRACE EL | 2.9 |
| NISD PKSA | 3.1 |
| NEFF MIDDLE | 2.8 |
| RHODES EL | 2.8 |
| SST DISCOVERY | 6.2 |
| UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT | 4.6 |
| REDDIX CENTER | 5.6 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS | 8.0 |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER | 7.9 |
| GLASS EL | 2.4 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE | 6.0 |
| POWELL EL | 4.2 |
| BASKIN EL | 5.3 |
| LEON VALLEY EL | 4.4 |
| MEAD EL | 3.1 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY | 7.6 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 5.9 |
| DRIGGERS EL | 3.3 |
| VILLARREAL EL | 3.4 |
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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
6914 WURZBACH RD, San Antonio, TX 78240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SST DISCOVERY (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE GATHERING PLACE (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENOAKS EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| OAK HILLS TERRACE EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| NISD PKSA San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| RHODES EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | — |
| REDDIX CENTER San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| DAEP AT HOLMGREEN San Antonio | 1.6 mi | — |
| GLASS EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| HEALTH CAREERS H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| POWELL EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BASKIN EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,203
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
57,014
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School
What grades does Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School serve?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School rank in TX?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School ranks #85 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School a religious school?
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 614-3741
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